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Principles and Practice of Insurance

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Questions 1

[Insurance Companies / Reinsurance]

In a non-proportional (excess of loss) reinsurance contract, the reinsurer agrees to pay the portion of any loss thatexceeds $80,000, up to an additional$100,000.

How much would the primary insurer pay for an insured loss of$60,000?

Options:

A.  

$0

B.  

$20,000

C.  

$36,000

D.  

$60,000

Discussion 0
Questions 2

[Risk Management – Pre-Loss Objectives]

Which is a pre-loss objective of risk management for an organization?

Options:

A.  

External obligations

B.  

Sustained growth

C.  

Operational continuity

D.  

Business development

Discussion 0
Questions 3

[Underwriting and Rating: Setting Insurance Rates]

If thenet premiumis $4,000 and thebroker’s commissionis 20%, what is thepolicy premium?

Options:

A.  

$3,200

B.  

$4,500

C.  

$5,000

D.  

$6,500

Discussion 0
Questions 4

[Claims]

Which statement describes a primary function of a telephone adjuster?

Options:

A.  

Process a large volume of claims

B.  

Authorize repairs suggested by the staff adjuster

C.  

Process all paperwork for independent examiners

D.  

Act as a liaison between the intermediary and the insurer

Discussion 0
Questions 5

[Insurance as a Contract: The Insurance Policy]

A person applies for fire insurance on their house but fails to mention that in winter they leave the house unoccupied for two months while vacationing. What is this an example of?

Options:

A.  

Negligence

B.  

Non-disclosure

C.  

Breach of warranty

D.  

Discharge of contract

Discussion 0
Questions 6

[Insurance as a Contract: The Insurance Policy]

If a dispute arises between the insurer and insured over a claim, which party is responsible for satisfying the courts that a concealment of material facts has occurred?

Options:

A.  

Broker

B.  

Insurer

C.  

Insured

D.  

Third party

Discussion 0
Questions 7

[Insurance Categories and Functions]

MacMan Inc. employs several salespersons who travel throughout Canada with samples of its products. Which type of coverage does MacMan Inc. require to protect its samples while in the salespersons' possession?

Options:

A.  

Aviation Insurance

B.  

Accident Insurance

C.  

Personal Property Floater

D.  

Commercial Property Floater

Discussion 0
Questions 8

Which insurance industry impact is an example of a surety?

Options:

A.  

A bank issuing a mortgage on an insured building

B.  

A doctor providing malpractice-covered services

C.  

A developer advancing funds to a building contractor for a guaranteed project

D.  

A manufacturer accepting shipping risks that are insured

Discussion 0
Questions 9

[Regulatory Framework]

Huronial Insurance Company submitted incorporation documents and received approval to sell personal-lines property and automobile policies. Which document will the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) issue?

Options:

A.  

Insurer of record

B.  

Order of commencement

C.  

National insurance notice

D.  

Insurer establishment document

Discussion 0
Questions 10

[Insurance Documents and Processes]

What type of wording is written on a custom basis for a specific situation?

Options:

A.  

Standard

B.  

Chattel

C.  

Treaty

D.  

Manuscript

Discussion 0
Questions 11

[Introduction to Risk and Insurance – Benefits of Insurance]

How would a moving and storage company benefit from purchasing insurance to cover customers’ goods while in transit?

Options:

A.  

Greater acquisition potential

B.  

Provides a feeling of security

C.  

More capital for business ventures

D.  

Opportunity for more subscription policies

Discussion 0
Questions 12

[Claims]

Mark was involved in an at-fault accident one year ago. As there was minimal vehicle damage and no apparent injuries, Mark settled with the third party and did NOT report the accident to his insurer. Today, Mark has been served a statement of claim alleging long-term injuries. Which action will Mark's insurer MOST LIKELY take, and why?

Options:

A.  

Deny the claim because a limitation period is in effect

B.  

Deny the claim because Mark had forfeited the right of recovery

C.  

Pay the claim because accident benefit coverages have no expiration date

D.  

Pay the claim because Mark's current policy must respond to a liability claim

Discussion 0
Questions 13

[Sales and Distribution of Insurance]

Why would a policyholder use an intermediary?

Options:

A.  

They represent all insurers

B.  

They have unlimited liability

C.  

They help to identify clients' insurance needs

D.  

They make reinsurance arrangements for clients

Discussion 0
Questions 14

What is binding authority?

Options:

A.  

Equivalent to an insurers cover note

B.  

List of clients who the broker can contact for coverage

C.  

Permission to confirm coverage before submitting it to the insurer

D.  

Agreement between an insurer and an insured regarding reinsurance

Discussion 0
Questions 15

[Insurance Companies]

An insurer’s agency or production department is the equivalent of which department in other businesses?

Options:

A.  

Sales and marketing

B.  

Finance and production

C.  

Administration and human resources

D.  

Information technology and business services

Discussion 0
Questions 16

[Regulatory Framework]

Which legal term describes the time in which a claim may be brought by the policyholder?

Options:

A.  

Waiver

B.  

Release

C.  

Non-waiver

D.  

Prescription

Discussion 0
Questions 17

[Insurance Documents and Processes]

Rashida claims she told her broker about the swimming pool when binding coverage. The adjuster disputes coverage because the insurer was not informed. What should have been done to prevent this dispute?

Options:

A.  

Broker should have requested a witness during the oral application

B.  

Broker should have sent written confirmation to Rashida and the insurer

C.  

Broker should have requested Rashida send in a signed notice after issuance

D.  

Insurer should have contacted Rashida directly before binding coverage

Discussion 0
Questions 18

[Introduction to Risk and Insurance]

Which action reduces a hazard?

Options:

A.  

Installing anti-slip floor tile in the hallway

B.  

Using high beams at night on a busy highway

C.  

Shutting off sprinkler systems during renovations

D.  

Removing protective packaging around items being moved

Discussion 0
Questions 19

[Insurance as a Contract]

Which statement best explains the concept of utmost good faith?

Options:

A.  

Requires a high standard of honesty

B.  

Is a requirement of all legal contracts

C.  

Implies the ability to void an insurance policy

D.  

Is a lack of conduct that exceeds mere negligence

Discussion 0
Questions 20

[Insurance as a Contract: The Insurance Policy]

With respect to an insurance contract, what is the best example ofconsideration?

Options:

A.  

Jennifer agrees to sell a $20,000 painting for $10,000 to her friend Shania

B.  

Calvin wants to start a tutoring business and may charge $40 per hour

C.  

Yasmin offers to sell her dog for $500 but Paula refuses

D.  

Martin is returning a shirt he purchased online for $35 because he found it cheaper elsewhere

Discussion 0
Questions 21

[Risk Management – Post-Loss Objectives]

What is a post-loss objective of risk management for an organization?

Options:

A.  

Peace of mind

B.  

Stable earnings

C.  

Internal obligations

D.  

External development

Discussion 0
Questions 22

[Underwriting and Rating: Setting Insurance Rates]

If one in every five houses suffers a $50,000 loss each year, and all houses have the same value, what would the pure premium be for each homeowner?

Options:

A.  

$2,500

B.  

$5,000

C.  

$10,000

D.  

$100,000

Discussion 0
Questions 23

[Insurance Companies / Broker Agreements]

Original Insurance Company terminated its broker agreement with TOY Insurance Brokers. Which situation likely resulted in this termination?

Options:

A.  

Original Insurance Company did not set service standards

B.  

Original Insurance Company provided quotes on all broker applications

C.  

TOY Insurance Brokers did not remit commissions owed to the insurer

D.  

TOY Insurance Brokers did not keep premiums in a trust account and used them to pay expenses

Discussion 0
Questions 24

[Introduction to Risk and Insurance]

Which scenario is an example of insurable interest?

Options:

A.  

An employer's interest in the life of their employee

B.  

The interest an insurance company earns on its premiums

C.  

The interest an underwriter has in writing profitable business

D.  

An employee's interest in the life insurance policy of a fellow employee

Discussion 0
Questions 25

[Industry Organizations; The Customer – Communication Skills]

Patrice works as a broker meeting a new client. He is building rapport by performing similar actions to those of his client. Which form of in-person communication is he engaging in?

Options:

A.  

Mirroring

B.  

Copycatting

C.  

Transparency

D.  

Open listening

Discussion 0
Questions 26

[Insurance Categories and Functions]

Which risk could be insured bychattel coverage?

Options:

A.  

Trip cancellation for a honeymoon

B.  

A mobile home belonging to a family

C.  

A half-court shot contest at a basketball game

D.  

Errors and omissions for a lawyer’s office

Discussion 0
Questions 27

[Introduction to Risk and Insurance – Perils & Loss Types]

What best describes a direct loss?

Options:

A.  

Damage to property caused directly by the insured

B.  

Damage to property by direct action of a peril insured against

C.  

A loss not covered on the policy but covered by an endorsement

D.  

A loss covered by an insured peril, but not caused directly by the peril

Discussion 0
Questions 28

Dominika's house sustains a fire resulting in a $500,000 total loss to the house and contents. Some pieces of furniture are salvageable and valued at $4,000 by the insurer. Dominika chooses to keep these items for her next home. Dominika’s policy has a guaranteed replacement cost clause with a limit of $500,000 and a deductible of $1,000. What settlement amount will Dominika recover from the loss?

Options:

A.  

$495,000

B.  

$496,000

C.  

$499,000

D.  

$500,000

Discussion 0
Questions 29

[Introduction to Risk and Insurance]

What is a disadvantage of loss retention through borrowing?

Options:

A.  

Special accounting is always required

B.  

It reduces the company’s line of credit

C.  

It requires significant commitment from senior management

D.  

It is difficult even if the company has assets to cover the loan

Discussion 0
Questions 30

[Claims]

Ivana is in an auto accident. The agreed market value of her vehicle is$17,000.

Her policy deductible is$1,500.

A wrecking company offers$3,000for the salvage.

Ivana chooses tokeep the salvage.

What amount will Ivana receive?

Options:

A.  

$12,500

B.  

$14,000

C.  

$15,500

D.  

$17,000

Discussion 0