Multiple choice The phrase 'quantum meruit' literally means as much as earned or reasonable remuneration the fact in itself a contract for sale as much as is gained Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The expression “quantum meruit” literally means “as much as earned” or reasonable remuneration. It is used where a person claims reasonable remuneration for the services rendered by him when there was no express promise to pay definite remuneration.