Question

Evidence of forced entry into the insured's premises, and the theft of money and securities from a cash register or safe, is known as:

(A) Extortion

(B) Robbery inside the premises

(C) Burglary inside the premises

(D) Employee theft

Answer 1

The term 'Burglary inside the premises' is correct and describes the act of illegal entry into buildings to commit a crime, such as theft.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer to the student's question is (C) Burglary inside the premises. This term refers to the unlawful entry into a building, specifically with the intent to commit a crime, usually theft. In the context provided, the crime involves forced entry into the insured's premises followed by the theft of money and securities from a cash register or safe, fitting the definition of burglary. Burglary is considered a property crime and is distinct from other forms such as extortion, where one obtains money or property through threats, or employee theft which typically involves an organization's employees stealing from their employer.