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1. The purpose of insurance is to help protect you and your family against financial hardship due to
hazard, accident, death, and the like.

True False

2. Personal risks, property risks, and liability risks are types of speculative risks.

True False

3. Risk management is not an organized strategy for protecting and conserving assets and people.

True False

4. The most common method of dealing with risk is to shift, or transfer it to an insurance company or
some other organization.

True False

5. A rider is an addition of coverage to a standard insurance policy.

True False

6. Property losses can be categorized into destruction of property, and losses due to robbery,
burglary, vandalism, or arson.

True False

7. Vicarious liability refers to the failure to take ordinary or reasonable care in a situation.

True False

8. The homeowners' pets are included in the coverage provided by the homeowners insurance.

True False

9. Personal property refers to building and other structures covered by homeowner's insurance.

True False

10. Personal belongings of a high value can be protected with a personal articles endorsement.

True False
11. There are no significant differences in home owner rates when comparing different insurance
companies

True False

12. Increased liability insurance is available with an umbrella policy.

True False

13. Voluntary medical payments coverage in a home insurance policy is designed to pay for legal
action taken against a homeowner who may be legally responsible for injury or property damage
of others.

True False

14. Replacement cost for settling property insurance claims is more costly than the actual cash value
method.

True False

15. A home made of wood is more expensive to insure than a comparable brick structure.

True False

16. The higher the deductible you choose for your car insurance, the higher the premium.

True False

17. Accident benefits automobile insurance coverage pays for the costs of injuries to persons in the
driver's vehicle.

True False

18. No-fault insurance systems have consistently reduced the time and costs involved in settling
claims.

True False

19. Collision coverage pays for damage to your vehicle for such hazards as fire, theft, or wind
damage.

True False

20. The driver classification category is based on automobile style, model, and value of the vehicle.

True False
21. The purpose of a high-risk pool is to assist people with poor driving records in obtaining
automobile insurance coverage.

True False

22. Peril is defined as

A. the refusal by an insurance company to pay for the covered loss.


B. the cause of risk.
C. the cause of a possible loss.
D. an uncertainty as to loss.
E. risk

23. Defective house wiring is an example of a

A. hazard.
B. peril.
C. risk.
D. speculation.
E. negligence.

24. The uncertainties of direct and indirect losses due to fire, wind, accident, theft, etc., are called
____________ risks.

A. personal
B. business
C. property
D. liability
E. speculative

25. Purchasing a technology stock that may or may not increase in price is an example of
___________ risk.

A. speculative
B. pure
C. commercial
D. personal
E. liability
26. Which of the following would be covered by a home insurance policy?

A. earthquake damage
B. flooding
C. brush fires
D. wind damage to your roof
E. theft of business supplies from your office

27. The legal responsibility for the financial cost of another person's losses or injuries is referred to
as

A. theft.
B. robbery.
C. liability.
D. assigned risk.
E. collusion.

28. If a homeowner leaves toys on stairs that result in injury to a delivery person, this may be ruled
as

A. vicarious liability.
B. negligence.
C. assigned risk.
D. umbrella coverage.
E. coinsurance.

29. Vicarious liability refers to

A. failure to take ordinary and reasonable care.


B. when a person is held responsible for actions of another person.
C. property damage.
D. high risk insurance coverage.
E. common hazards in our society.
30. While cleaning your home, a worker damages some furniture. You take action against the
worker's employer to cover the cost of the damage. This is an example of a(n) ____________
liability.

A. umbrella
B. assigned
C. common situation
D. peril
E. vicarious

31. High winds cause damage to trees, shrubs, and other plants. This insurance claim would be
covered under the ____________ component of homeowner's insurance.

A. additional living expenses


B. personal property
C. building and other structures
D. personal liability
E. property damage

32. The additional living expenses component of a home insurance policy is designed to

A. pay for temporary housing while your home is repaired.


B. cover damage to property while away from home.
C. reimburse a homeowner for damage done by a visitor.
D. pay for medical expenses of people injured on your property.
E. pay for repairs caused by fire or other hazards.

33. Which of the following is considered personal property for home insurance coverage?

A. an automobile
B. a garage
C. a house
D. appliances
E. trees and shrubs
34. Georgette Valentine has expensive photography equipment for use in her hobby. Which coverage
from the following list would pay for damage or theft of this equipment?

A. an umbrella policy
B. a household inventory
C. additional living expense coverage
D. a personal articles endorsement
E. a coinsurance floater

35. The purpose of a household inventory is to

A. reduce insurance costs.


B. lower the chance of negligence
C. obtain personal property floater coverage.
D. increase liability coverage.
E. verify owned property.

36. The ____________ coverage of a home insurance policy would cover accidental damage to
another person's property by a member of your family.

A. voluntary property damages


B. personal property
C. medical payments
D. additional living expenses
E. personal liability

37. An umbrella policy is designed to cover

A. expensive personal property.


B. additional buildings on your property.
C. property when traveling away from home.
D. flood damage
E. major personal liability suits.

38. Most home insurance policies provide coverage for

A. earthquake damage.
B. flood damage.
C. an umbrella liability.
D. basic personal liability.
E. medical payments.
39. Tenant's insurance would include coverage for all of the following except

A. additional living expense coverage.


B. personal liability.
C. building and other structures.
D. personal property.
E. protection against financial loss due to damage.

40. Which of the following are not covered by tenant's insurance?

A. medical expenses for injuries to visitors


B. fire damage of the building's roof
C. additional living expenses
D. accidental damage to the property of others
E. cost of legal action due to personal liability

41. Your home insurance provides for replacement value for personal property losses. A microwave is
stolen. It cost $300 two years ago and has an expected life of six years. A comparable microwave
costs $200 today. What amount will the insurance company pay?

A. $100
B. $150
C. $200
D. $350
E. $300

42. Which of the following insurance policy provisions requires that the insured must pay for part of
the loss of a claim if the property is not insured for the specified percentage of replacement
value?

A. personal property floater


B. an endorsement
C. assigned risk clause
D. umbrella coverage
E. coinsurance clause
43. The ____________ method to settle claims is based on the current replacement cost of a
damaged or lost item less depreciation.

A. replacement value
B. actual cash value
C. umbrella
D. endorsement
E. personal articles endorsement

44. Home insurance costs are affected most directly by

A. the number of claims in an area.


B. insurance agents' commission.
C. government regulations that set premiums.
D. processing costs of claims.
E. the profits of the insurance company.

45. The purpose of minimum insurance legislation is to

A. risk of injury or death.


B. possibility of damage, destruction or theft.
C. third party liability.
D. A and B are correct.
E. A, B and C are correct.

46. ____________ provides coverage for the risk of financial loss due to legal expenses, medical
expenses, lost wages, and other expenses associated with injuries caused by an automobile
accident for which you were responsible.

A. Medical payments
B. No-fault insurance
C. Uninsured motorist's protection
D. Bodily injury liability
E. Comprehensive insurance
47. Ahmed Hadad was injured in an accident caused by another driver who did not have insurance.
Ahmed's medical expenses would be covered by

A. medical payments.
B. collision.
C. bodily injury liability.
D. uninsured motorist's protection.
E. no-fault coverage.

48. Which of the following coverage's would pay for medical care for people who were injured in your
automobile?

A. comprehensive
B. bodily injury liability
C. collision
D. accident benefits
E. no-fault insurance

49. Which of the following is a system in which drivers involved in an accident collect medical
expenses, lost wages, and related injury costs from their own insurance company?

A. assigned risk pool


B. no-fault insurance
C. comprehensive system
D. financial responsibility coverage
E. uninsured motorist's protection

50. Comprehensive coverage would cover financial losses due to

A. injuries caused by a driver without insurance.


B. damage to your car in an accident for which you were at fault.
C. damage to your car caused by wind or hail.
D. legal action against you for an accident.
E. damage to a neighbor's tree with your car.
51. Your geographic location is a major factor in determining the ____________ used to calculate
your automobile insurance premiums.

A. driver classification
B. assigned risk pool
C. coverage level
D. legal responsibilities
E. rating territory

52. Wind damage occurs to your car costing $1000 to repair. If you have a $300 deductible for
collision and full coverage for comprehensive, what portion of the claim will the insurance
company pay?

A. $300
B. $1300
C. $500
D. $700
E. $800

53. Which of the following refers to a category based on age, sex, marital status, and driving habits
that is used to set automobile insurance premiums?

A. rating territory
B. assigned risk pool
C. no-fault system
D. driver classification
E. use of the vehicle

54. Which of the following factors is used to determine a person's driver classification?

A. Age
B. Type and age of vehicle
C. Claims in your geographic area
D. Insurance company claim processing costs
E. State insurance premium regulations
55. The purpose of a high-risk pool is to

A. provide insurance for poor drivers.


B. reduce medical costs associated with auto accidents.
C. take unsafe drivers off the road.
D. reduce auto insurance premiums with state regulation.
E. offer premium discounts to safe drivers.

56. A system that allows insurance companies to provide coverage to several individuals with poor
driving records is referred to as

A. no-fault insurance.
B. an assigned risk pool.
C. premium discounts.
D. comprehensive coverage.
E. collision coverage.

57. Identify the areas covered by tenants' insurance.


I Personal property protection.
II Additional living expenses.
III Personal liability.
IV Replacement value of premises.

A. I, II and III only


B. I and III only
C. II, III and IV only
D. I, II, III and IV
E. I, II, and IV

58. Which of the following home insurance policies will have the highest premium?

A. Standard
B. Broad
C. Comprehensive
D. All forms will have the same cost.
E. Broad and Comprehensive are equally expensive
59. In the insurance industry, the term "peril" represents _______________.

A. the chance that something may be lost


B. the cause of the possible loss
C. a habit that increases the likelihood of loss
D. the actual loss experienced
E. your record of past losses

60. The requirement for a minimum level of home insurance coverage refers to which of the
following?

A. Deductible
B. Specified perils
C. Endorsement
D. Co-insurance
E. Basic

61. Which of the following is likely to increase your car insurance premium?
I. You live in a rural area.
II. You are over 70.
III. You usually carry several passengers.

A. I and II, only


B. II and III, only
C. I and III, only
D. I, II and III
E. I only

62. What events are commonly covered in a homeowner's insurance policy?


63. What factors affect the cost of home insurance?

64. Which type of automobile insurance is usually considered to be most important?

65. A friend wants to understand what affects the cost of auto insurance. Explain the factors used to
determine the automobile insurance premiums a person pays.
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1. The purpose of insurance is to help protect you and your family against financial hardship due
(p. 227) to hazard, accident, death, and the like.

TRUE
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #1

2. Personal risks, property risks, and liability risks are types of speculative risks.
(p. 228)

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #2

3. Risk management is not an organized strategy for protecting and conserving assets and
(p. 228) people.

FALSE
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #3

4. The most common method of dealing with risk is to shift, or transfer it to an insurance
(p. 229) company or some other organization.

TRUE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #4

5. A rider is an addition of coverage to a standard insurance policy.


(p. 237)

TRUE
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #5

6. Property losses can be categorized into destruction of property, and losses due to robbery,
(p. 233) burglary, vandalism, or arson.

TRUE
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #6

7. Vicarious liability refers to the failure to take ordinary or reasonable care in a situation.
(p. 234)

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #7

8. The homeowners' pets are included in the coverage provided by the homeowners insurance.
(p. 234)

FALSE
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #8

9. Personal property refers to building and other structures covered by homeowner's insurance.
(p. 235)

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #9

10. Personal belongings of a high value can be protected with a personal articles endorsement.
(p. 235)

TRUE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #10

11. There are no significant differences in home owner rates when comparing different insurance
(p. 243) companies

FALSE
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #11

12. Increased liability insurance is available with an umbrella policy.


(p. 236-
237)
TRUE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #12

13. Voluntary medical payments coverage in a home insurance policy is designed to pay for legal
(p. 237) action taken against a homeowner who may be legally responsible for injury or property
damage of others.

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #13

14. Replacement cost for settling property insurance claims is more costly than the actual cash
(p. 241) value method.

TRUE
Difficulty: Hard
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #14
15. A home made of wood is more expensive to insure than a comparable brick structure.
(p. 241-
242)
TRUE
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #15

16. The higher the deductible you choose for your car insurance, the higher the premium.
(p. 243)

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #16

17. Accident benefits automobile insurance coverage pays for the costs of injuries to persons in
(p. 244) the driver's vehicle.

TRUE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #17

18. No-fault insurance systems have consistently reduced the time and costs involved in settling
(p. 244) claims.

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #18

19. Collision coverage pays for damage to your vehicle for such hazards as fire, theft, or wind
(p. 245) damage.

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #19

20. The driver classification category is based on automobile style, model, and value of the
(p. 247) vehicle.

FALSE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #20

21. The purpose of a high-risk pool is to assist people with poor driving records in obtaining
(p. 248) automobile insurance coverage.

TRUE
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #21
22. Peril is defined as
(p. 227)

A. the refusal by an insurance company to pay for the covered loss.


B. the cause of risk.
C. the cause of a possible loss.
D. an uncertainty as to loss.
E. risk
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #22

23. Defective house wiring is an example of a


(p. 227)

A. hazard.
B. peril.
C. risk.
D. speculation.
E. negligence.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #23

24. The uncertainties of direct and indirect losses due to fire, wind, accident, theft, etc., are called
(p. 227) ____________ risks.

A. personal
B. business
C. property
D. liability
E. speculative
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #24

25. Purchasing a technology stock that may or may not increase in price is an example of
(p. 228) ___________ risk.

A. speculative
B. pure
C. commercial
D. personal
E. liability
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #25
26. Which of the following would be covered by a home insurance policy?
(p. 234)

A. earthquake damage
B. flooding
C. brush fires
D. wind damage to your roof
E. theft of business supplies from your office
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #26

27. The legal responsibility for the financial cost of another person's losses or injuries is referred to
(p. 234) as

A. theft.
B. robbery.
C. liability.
D. assigned risk.
E. collusion.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #27

28. If a homeowner leaves toys on stairs that result in injury to a delivery person, this may be ruled
(p. 234) as

A. vicarious liability.
B. negligence.
C. assigned risk.
D. umbrella coverage.
E. coinsurance.
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #28

29. Vicarious liability refers to


(p. 234)

A. failure to take ordinary and reasonable care.


B. when a person is held responsible for actions of another person.
C. property damage.
D. high risk insurance coverage.
E. common hazards in our society.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #29
30. While cleaning your home, a worker damages some furniture. You take action against the
(p. 234) worker's employer to cover the cost of the damage. This is an example of a(n) ____________
liability.

A. umbrella
B. assigned
C. common situation
D. peril
E. vicarious
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #30

31. High winds cause damage to trees, shrubs, and other plants. This insurance claim would be
(p. 234) covered under the ____________ component of homeowner's insurance.

A. additional living expenses


B. personal property
C. building and other structures
D. personal liability
E. property damage
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #31

32. The additional living expenses component of a home insurance policy is designed to
(p. 234)

A. pay for temporary housing while your home is repaired.


B. cover damage to property while away from home.
C. reimburse a homeowner for damage done by a visitor.
D. pay for medical expenses of people injured on your property.
E. pay for repairs caused by fire or other hazards.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #32

33. Which of the following is considered personal property for home insurance coverage?
(p. 235)

A. an automobile
B. a garage
C. a house
D. appliances
E. trees and shrubs
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #33
34. Georgette Valentine has expensive photography equipment for use in her hobby. Which
(p. 235) coverage from the following list would pay for damage or theft of this equipment?

A. an umbrella policy
B. a household inventory
C. additional living expense coverage
D. a personal articles endorsement
E. a coinsurance floater
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #34

35. The purpose of a household inventory is to


(p. 235)

A. reduce insurance costs.


B. lower the chance of negligence
C. obtain personal property floater coverage.
D. increase liability coverage.
E. verify owned property.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #35

36. The ____________ coverage of a home insurance policy would cover accidental damage to
(p. 237) another person's property by a member of your family.

A. voluntary property damages


B. personal property
C. medical payments
D. additional living expenses
E. personal liability
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #36

37. An umbrella policy is designed to cover


(p. 237)

A. expensive personal property.


B. additional buildings on your property.
C. property when traveling away from home.
D. flood damage
E. major personal liability suits.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #37
38. Most home insurance policies provide coverage for
(p. 237)

A. earthquake damage.
B. flood damage.
C. an umbrella liability.
D. basic personal liability.
E. medical payments.
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #38

39. Tenant's insurance would include coverage for all of the following except
(p. 237)

A. additional living expense coverage.


B. personal liability.
C. building and other structures.
D. personal property.
E. protection against financial loss due to damage.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #39

40. Which of the following are not covered by tenant's insurance?


(p. 238)

A. medical expenses for injuries to visitors


B. fire damage of the building's roof
C. additional living expenses
D. accidental damage to the property of others
E. cost of legal action due to personal liability
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #40

41. Your home insurance provides for replacement value for personal property losses. A
(p. 241) microwave is stolen. It cost $300 two years ago and has an expected life of six years. A
comparable microwave costs $200 today. What amount will the insurance company pay?

A. $100
B. $150
C. $200
D. $350
E. $300
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #41
42. Which of the following insurance policy provisions requires that the insured must pay for part
(p. 240) of the loss of a claim if the property is not insured for the specified percentage of replacement
value?

A. personal property floater


B. an endorsement
C. assigned risk clause
D. umbrella coverage
E. coinsurance clause
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #42

43. The ____________ method to settle claims is based on the current replacement cost of a
(p. 241) damaged or lost item less depreciation.

A. replacement value
B. actual cash value
C. umbrella
D. endorsement
E. personal articles endorsement
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #43

44. Home insurance costs are affected most directly by


(p. 241)

A. the number of claims in an area.


B. insurance agents' commission.
C. government regulations that set premiums.
D. processing costs of claims.
E. the profits of the insurance company.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #44

45. The purpose of minimum insurance legislation is to


(p. 242)

A. risk of injury or death.


B. possibility of damage, destruction or theft.
C. third party liability.
D. A and B are correct.
E. A, B and C are correct.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #45
46. ____________ provides coverage for the risk of financial loss due to legal expenses, medical
(p. 244) expenses, lost wages, and other expenses associated with injuries caused by an automobile
accident for which you were responsible.

A. Medical payments
B. No-fault insurance
C. Uninsured motorist's protection
D. Bodily injury liability
E. Comprehensive insurance
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #46

47. Ahmed Hadad was injured in an accident caused by another driver who did not have
(p. 245) insurance. Ahmed's medical expenses would be covered by

A. medical payments.
B. collision.
C. bodily injury liability.
D. uninsured motorist's protection.
E. no-fault coverage.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #47

48. Which of the following coverage's would pay for medical care for people who were injured in
(p. 244) your automobile?

A. comprehensive
B. bodily injury liability
C. collision
D. accident benefits
E. no-fault insurance
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #48

49. Which of the following is a system in which drivers involved in an accident collect medical
(p. 245) expenses, lost wages, and related injury costs from their own insurance company?

A. assigned risk pool


B. no-fault insurance
C. comprehensive system
D. financial responsibility coverage
E. uninsured motorist's protection
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #49

50. Comprehensive coverage would cover financial losses due to


(p. 245)

A. injuries caused by a driver without insurance.


B. damage to your car in an accident for which you were at fault.
C. damage to your car caused by wind or hail.
D. legal action against you for an accident.
E. damage to a neighbor's tree with your car.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #50

51. Your geographic location is a major factor in determining the ____________ used to calculate
(p. 247) your automobile insurance premiums.

A. driver classification
B. assigned risk pool
C. coverage level
D. legal responsibilities
E. rating territory
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #51

52. Wind damage occurs to your car costing $1000 to repair. If you have a $300 deductible for
(p. 245) collision and full coverage for comprehensive, what portion of the claim will the insurance
company pay?

A. $300
B. $1300
C. $500
D. $700
E. $800
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #52
53. Which of the following refers to a category based on age, sex, marital status, and driving
(p. 247) habits that is used to set automobile insurance premiums?

A. rating territory
B. assigned risk pool
C. no-fault system
D. driver classification
E. use of the vehicle
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #53

54. Which of the following factors is used to determine a person's driver classification?
(p. 245)

A. Age
B. Type and age of vehicle
C. Claims in your geographic area
D. Insurance company claim processing costs
E. State insurance premium regulations
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #54

55. The purpose of a high-risk pool is to


(p. 248)

A. provide insurance for poor drivers.


B. reduce medical costs associated with auto accidents.
C. take unsafe drivers off the road.
D. reduce auto insurance premiums with state regulation.
E. offer premium discounts to safe drivers.
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #55

56. A system that allows insurance companies to provide coverage to several individuals with poor
(p. 248) driving records is referred to as

A. no-fault insurance.
B. an assigned risk pool.
C. premium discounts.
D. comprehensive coverage.
E. collision coverage.
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #56
57. Identify the areas covered by tenants' insurance.
(p. 237) I Personal property protection.
II Additional living expenses.
III Personal liability.
IV Replacement value of premises.

A. I, II and III only


B. I and III only
C. II, III and IV only
D. I, II, III and IV
E. I, II, and IV
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #57

58. Which of the following home insurance policies will have the highest premium?
(p. 227)

A. Standard
B. Broad
C. Comprehensive
D. All forms will have the same cost.
E. Broad and Comprehensive are equally expensive
Difficulty: Hard
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #58

59. In the insurance industry, the term "peril" represents _______________.


(p. 227)

A. the chance that something may be lost


B. the cause of the possible loss
C. a habit that increases the likelihood of loss
D. the actual loss experienced
E. your record of past losses
Difficulty: Easy
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #59
60. The requirement for a minimum level of home insurance coverage refers to which of the
(p. 240) following?

A. Deductible
B. Specified perils
C. Endorsement
D. Co-insurance
E. Basic
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #60

61. Which of the following is likely to increase your car insurance premium?
(p. 246) I. You live in a rural area.
II. You are over 70.
III. You usually carry several passengers.

A. I and II, only


B. II and III, only
C. I and III, only
D. I, II and III
E. I only
Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #61

62. What events are commonly covered in a homeowner's insurance policy?


(p. 234-
237)

Most home insurance policies include coverage against fire, theft, and other hazards for your
home and other structures, and personal property. In addition, policies cover additional living
expenses, personal liability, medical payments, and supplemental coverage for minor property
damage mishaps.

Difficulty: Medium
Kapoor - Chapter 08 #62

63. What factors affect the cost of home insurance?


(p. 241-
242)

The main influences on home insurance costs are type of home, construction materials,
location of residence, amount of coverage, type of policy (basic, broad, special), deductibles,
discounts for fire and burglary devices, and the company selected.

Difficulty: Medium
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64. Which type of automobile insurance is usually considered to be most important?


(p. 244-
245)

While protection from financial loss as a result of damage or theft of your vehicle is important,
most financial and insurance advisors consider liability coverage most crucial. An accident in
which you are responsible for the injuries of another person could result in a financial claim
against you in the hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars.

Difficulty: Medium
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65. A friend wants to understand what affects the cost of auto insurance. Explain the factors used
(p. 246- to determine the automobile insurance premiums a person pays.
247)

The main factors that influence the amount paid for auto insurance are the year, make, and
model of automobile; your geographic location; your driver classification, including age, sex,
marital status, driving record and driving habits; the use of vehicle; the amount of coverage;
and discounts for driver training, security devices, or other factors.

Difficulty: Medium
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c8 Summary

Category # of Questions
Difficulty: Easy 19
Difficulty: Hard 2
Difficulty: Medium 44
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