In a journal entry, if an asset is destroyed by fire and fully insured, which account is debited? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a journal entry, if an asset is destroyed by fire and fully insured, which account is debited?
A. Sales Account
B. Profit & Loss Account
C. Asset Account
D. Insurance Company (Claim) Account
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Because the loss is fully insured, the insurance company becomes a debtor for the claim amount, hence debited.

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