alleryStart learning →Section 147 states that co-sureties bound in different sums are liable to pay how, within their limits?
AIn proportion to sums
BSmallest sum first
CLargest sum first
DEqually within limits
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Equally within limits
Section 147 requires equal payment so far as each surety's obligation limit allows.
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