alleryStart learning →A saves B's goods from fire without B asking. Can A claim payment from B?
AYes, full value
BYes, half the value
CNo, no desire of B
DOnly if B is rich
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. No, no desire of B
Because B never asked for the rescue, the act was not done at the promisor's desire and so is no consideration.
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