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Chapter 10, Problem 9DC2
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Case summary:

B graduated in 2009 with his bio chemistry degree. She has a good job and already has been promoted for three times in last two years. She purchased a home for $210,000. Now, the value of her house is $270,000. Recently, she has purchased a SUV, which she uses around 45 miles per day. She now feels that she is economically secure. Retirement and savings account together have $35,000. Last night, when she was coming back from her work to her home, she heard on his radio that a man lost his everything in a car accident because he was uninsured. B wants to take care of that.

Character in the case:

B.

Adequate information:

Purchase price of home is $210,000.

Current price of home is $270,000.

Balance in savings and retirement account is $35,000.

Average daily travel through car is $45 miles.

To explain:

The reason for B to never admit guilt, sign anything or comment on the amount of insurance she has if she was to get in an accident during her daily commute.

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