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Practice question: Definition of Insured Deposit

Multiple Choice Hard

Practice question

A claimant presents a certificate that appears to state a large deposit. PDIC establishes through lawful determination that the record is fictitious and no legitimate deposit exists. The claimant says the printed title alone compels insurance. Which is sound?
  1. Every paper labeled certificate is conclusive.
  2. The definition requires legitimate deposits and authentic records; the title alone does not establish entitlement.
  3. The bank's logo automatically supplies missing funds.
  4. All investment losses are thereby government debts.
  5. A fictitious account receives higher coverage.

Legal references

  • PDIC Charter as amended by RA11840, Sections5 and12–16: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2022/ra_11840_2022.html
  • PDIC official Q&A on new MDIC, effective March15 2025: https://www.pdic.gov.ph/files/ccd/Q%26A%20on%20the%20New%20MDIC.pdf

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