The demand for payment made by the insured to the insurer following occurence of the event insured against is

A.

consideration

B.

gratification

C.

commission

D.

claim

Correct answer is D

An insurance claim is a formal request by a policyholder to an insurance company for coverageor compensation for a covered loss or policy event. The insurance company validates the claim and, once approved, issues payment to the insured or an approved interested party on behalf of the insured.