JAMB Past Questions and Answers - Page 101

501.

The major aim of establishing a public corporation is to

A.

establish a monopoly

B.

provide essential services

C.

provide employment opportunities

D.

encourage specialization

Correct answer is B

Public corporations are established to provide essential services such as electricity, water and postal services at reduced cost. Public corporations generate funds for the government through the services provided for the citizens.

502.

The deliberate effort geared towards discarding some cargoes in order to lighten the vessel is

A.

caveat emptor

B.

uberrimae fidei

C.

demurrage

D.

jettison

Correct answer is D

Jettison; throw or drop (something) from an aircraft or ship.  If a boat is leaking or an airplane is running out of fuel, you can buy more time by jettisoning cargo, or throwing it overboard.

503.

The distribution of petroleum products in Nigeria is through

A.

rail

B.

road

C.

sea

D.

air

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

504.

A trader who experienced loss through fire can be restored by

A.

an insurance company

B.

a trade association

C.

the bank

D.

an advertising agency

Correct answer is A

Contact your insurance company right away and ask them what to do first. There are companies that specialize in cleaning and restoring your personal items. Ask your insurance company for recommendations of companies you can trust.

505.

The insurance principle that allows an insurance company to take over the rights of the insured once he has been compensated is

A.

indemnity

B.

proximate cause

C.

utmost good faith

D.

subrogation

Correct answer is D

In the event of an insurance claim, “subrogation” refers to the process by which your insurance company collects money from the party at fault (or their insurance company) in order to recover funds you or your insurance company have already paid, including your deductible