#1
Which type of insurance typically covers damage to your own vehicle in a car accident?
Collision insurance
ExplanationCovers damage to the insured's own vehicle in a car accident.
#2
Which of the following is a characteristic of term life insurance?
Covers the insured for a specific period of time
ExplanationProvides coverage for a specified term; no cash value accumulation.
#3
Which of the following is a benefit of whole life insurance over term life insurance?
Builds cash value over time
ExplanationWhole life insurance accumulates cash value over the policy's duration, unlike term life insurance.
#4
Which type of insurance typically covers damage to your home's structure caused by a fire?
Homeowners insurance
ExplanationProvides coverage for damage to the structure of a home, including that caused by fire.
#5
Which of the following is not typically covered under a standard renters insurance policy?
Flood damage
ExplanationDamage caused by floods is not usually covered in standard renters insurance.
#6
What does COBRA stand for in the context of health insurance?
Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
ExplanationLegislation providing temporary continuation of health coverage after job loss or certain other events.
#7
Which of the following is not typically covered under a standard homeowners insurance policy?
Flood damage
ExplanationDamage caused by floods is not usually covered; separate flood insurance may be needed.
#8
What does the acronym HMO stand for in health insurance?
Healthcare Maintenance Organization
ExplanationA type of health insurance plan with a network of healthcare providers; emphasizes preventive care.
#9
What is 'underwriting' in insurance?
The investigation and evaluation of the risk associated with insuring a person or property
ExplanationThe process of assessing and determining the risk level for insurance coverage.
#10
What is 'premium' in the context of insurance?
The amount of money an individual or business pays for an insurance policy
ExplanationThe payment made to the insurance company for coverage.
#11
In life insurance, what does 'cash value' refer to?
The portion of your premium that goes into an investment account
ExplanationCash value is the accumulated savings portion in a life insurance policy that earns interest over time.
#12
What is the purpose of a deductible in insurance?
To ensure the insured party pays a portion of the covered expenses
ExplanationDeductible is the amount the insured must pay before the insurance company covers the remaining expenses.
#13
Which type of insurance typically covers damage to someone else's property caused by you or your vehicle?
Liability insurance
ExplanationCovers expenses for damage caused by the insured to others' property.
#14
What is 'exclusion' in insurance policies?
A specific event or circumstance not covered by the insurance policy
ExplanationExplicitly stated events or circumstances that are not covered by the insurance policy.
#15
In property insurance, what does 'actual cash value' refer to?
The depreciated value of the property at the time of loss
ExplanationThe value of the property considering depreciation at the time of the covered loss.