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[Show more]Frank owned a home that was destroyed by a hurricane. Both ABC and XYZ Banks were listed as additional interests on his homeowner policy. The insurance company will make a payment to: 
A. The first mortgagee, ABC 
B. The Insured 
C. Jointly to ABC and XYZ 
D. All listed interests - ANSWER-D. All li...
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Add to cartFrank owned a home that was destroyed by a hurricane. Both ABC and XYZ Banks were listed as additional interests on his homeowner policy. The insurance company will make a payment to: 
A. The first mortgagee, ABC 
B. The Insured 
C. Jointly to ABC and XYZ 
D. All listed interests - ANSWER-D. All li...
Peril - ANSWER-Somthing t√dhat causes a loss. 
 
Hazard - ANSWER-Something that increases the probability that a loss will occur. 
 
Warranty - ANSWER-A policy condition, either based on information in the insureds application or inserted by the insurer. It is a guarantee of a fact. 
 
Misrepresen...
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Add to cartPeril - ANSWER-Somthing t√dhat causes a loss. 
 
Hazard - ANSWER-Something that increases the probability that a loss will occur. 
 
Warranty - ANSWER-A policy condition, either based on information in the insureds application or inserted by the insurer. It is a guarantee of a fact. 
 
Misrepresen...
The following are basic characteristics of a property or liability insurance contract, except: 
A. Personal Contract 
B. Conditional Contract 
C. Loss of Settlement Contract 
D. Contract of Adhesion - ANSWER-Loss of Settlement Contract 
 
The Insurer's responsibility to pay for a property loss may ...
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Add to cartThe following are basic characteristics of a property or liability insurance contract, except: 
A. Personal Contract 
B. Conditional Contract 
C. Loss of Settlement Contract 
D. Contract of Adhesion - ANSWER-Loss of Settlement Contract 
 
The Insurer's responsibility to pay for a property loss may ...
A public adjuster represents the interest of: 
A. The insurer 
B. The Insured 
C. The employer 
D. The interest of the general public - ANSWER-B. The insured 
 
Which of the following is the type of report that indicates the initial results of a claim investigation? 
A. Field Report 
B. Interim Repo...
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Add to cartA public adjuster represents the interest of: 
A. The insurer 
B. The Insured 
C. The employer 
D. The interest of the general public - ANSWER-B. The insured 
 
Which of the following is the type of report that indicates the initial results of a claim investigation? 
A. Field Report 
B. Interim Repo...
The first step in the claim process is to - ANSWER-Determining time and cost of repairs 
 
In Florida, an insurer has ___ days to pay or deny a claim. - ANSWER-90 
 
Jerome was shopping at ABC Imports when a light fixture fell from the ceiling and hit him on the head. Jerome's injuries resulted in ...
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Add to cartThe first step in the claim process is to - ANSWER-Determining time and cost of repairs 
 
In Florida, an insurer has ___ days to pay or deny a claim. - ANSWER-90 
 
Jerome was shopping at ABC Imports when a light fixture fell from the ceiling and hit him on the head. Jerome's injuries resulted in ...
Which of the following is NOT one of the duties of the Department of Financial Services? 
b. Dept does NOT set rates nor write policies - ANSWER-Set rates and write policies for various company products 
 
The adjuster has a particular relationship to his principal, the insurer. Which of the followi...
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Add to cartWhich of the following is NOT one of the duties of the Department of Financial Services? 
b. Dept does NOT set rates nor write policies - ANSWER-Set rates and write policies for various company products 
 
The adjuster has a particular relationship to his principal, the insurer. Which of the followi...
Insurance Transaction includes: - ANSWER--Solicitation of insurance 
-Negotiations; 
-Binding, underwriting and sale of insurance; 
-Handling or "adjusting" of claims 
 
The Role of Insurance is: - ANSWER-- Essential Product 
-Financial Product 
- Purchase of a Promise 
-Purchase based on TRUST 
 ...
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Add to cartInsurance Transaction includes: - ANSWER--Solicitation of insurance 
-Negotiations; 
-Binding, underwriting and sale of insurance; 
-Handling or "adjusting" of claims 
 
The Role of Insurance is: - ANSWER-- Essential Product 
-Financial Product 
- Purchase of a Promise 
-Purchase based on TRUST 
 ...
A claim in the property/casualty industry Is defined as: - ANSWER-an assertion of an alleged legal right against a person, entity, company or insurer that carries with it a demand for money as compensation for injuries or damages 
 
when you purchase insurance, you are buying: - ANSWER-peace of mind...
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Add to cartA claim in the property/casualty industry Is defined as: - ANSWER-an assertion of an alleged legal right against a person, entity, company or insurer that carries with it a demand for money as compensation for injuries or damages 
 
when you purchase insurance, you are buying: - ANSWER-peace of mind...
Someone who has care, custody or control of another's property - ANSWER-Bailee 
 
Claim filed by policy holder against his _ - ANSWER-First Party Claim 
 
When a person who entrusts another with an object and it results in injury to someone can be held liable for the injury to someone. Can be held ...
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Add to cartSomeone who has care, custody or control of another's property - ANSWER-Bailee 
 
Claim filed by policy holder against his _ - ANSWER-First Party Claim 
 
When a person who entrusts another with an object and it results in injury to someone can be held liable for the injury to someone. Can be held ...
The policy period is found in what part of an insurance contract? - ANSWER-Declarations 
 
Insurance policies are said to be contracts of... - ANSWER-Adhesion 
 
The failure to exercise due care is known as - ANSWER-Negligence 
 
A building is destroyed by flood. The loss of profits from renting the...
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Add to cartThe policy period is found in what part of an insurance contract? - ANSWER-Declarations 
 
Insurance policies are said to be contracts of... - ANSWER-Adhesion 
 
The failure to exercise due care is known as - ANSWER-Negligence 
 
A building is destroyed by flood. The loss of profits from renting the...
-Insurable Interest must exist at the time of the loss. 
-Insurance Interest must exist for insurance to respond. 
*Show a similarity between insurance and wagering* 
-The insured would suffer an economic loss. - ANSWER-All of the following describe insurable interest EXCEPT 
 
-It is a personal ...
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Add to cart-Insurable Interest must exist at the time of the loss. 
-Insurance Interest must exist for insurance to respond. 
*Show a similarity between insurance and wagering* 
-The insured would suffer an economic loss. - ANSWER-All of the following describe insurable interest EXCEPT 
 
-It is a personal ...
To operate as an insurance agency in Florida an agency is required to: 
 
A. appoint at least two agents to manage the agency 
B. appoint the Office as its agent for service or process 
C. obtain a license or reg1strabon from the state 
D. have transacted insurance in Florida for at least two years ...
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Add to cartTo operate as an insurance agency in Florida an agency is required to: 
 
A. appoint at least two agents to manage the agency 
B. appoint the Office as its agent for service or process 
C. obtain a license or reg1strabon from the state 
D. have transacted insurance in Florida for at least two years ...
An adjuster is a fiduciary agent with a responsibility of loyalty to the interest of - ANSWER-The insured and insurer 
 
An insurer gives which of the following as Consideration for an insurance policy? - ANSWER-A Promise 
 
The interest of the insured and all other persons in the property involved ...
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Add to cartAn adjuster is a fiduciary agent with a responsibility of loyalty to the interest of - ANSWER-The insured and insurer 
 
An insurer gives which of the following as Consideration for an insurance policy? - ANSWER-A Promise 
 
The interest of the insured and all other persons in the property involved ...
What is the Principle of Indemnity? - ANSWER-Restoration of approximate previous financial condition; no more, no less. 
 
What is a Premium? - ANSWER-A fee that the insured pays in exchange for insurance coverage. 
 
What is a Reserve? - ANSWER-A pool of collected premiums that the insurer sets asi...
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Add to cartWhat is the Principle of Indemnity? - ANSWER-Restoration of approximate previous financial condition; no more, no less. 
 
What is a Premium? - ANSWER-A fee that the insured pays in exchange for insurance coverage. 
 
What is a Reserve? - ANSWER-A pool of collected premiums that the insurer sets asi...
What is insurance? - ANSWER-protection against financial loss 
 
what is a premium - ANSWER-a scheduled amount to be paid for an insurance policy. 
 
What are premiums used for - ANSWER-premiums are collected into a "pool" or "reserve to pay out claimants when needed. 
 
how can insurance compani...
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Add to cartWhat is insurance? - ANSWER-protection against financial loss 
 
what is a premium - ANSWER-a scheduled amount to be paid for an insurance policy. 
 
What are premiums used for - ANSWER-premiums are collected into a "pool" or "reserve to pay out claimants when needed. 
 
how can insurance compani...
Parts of an insurance contract - ANSWER-Declarations 
Insuring Agreement 
Exclusions 
Conditions 
Parts of an insurance contract - ANSWER-Declarations 
Insuring Agreement 
Exclusions 
Conditions 
 
Contract of adhesion - ANSWER-the insured cannot negotiate the terms of the contract. Ambiguities are ...
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Add to cartParts of an insurance contract - ANSWER-Declarations 
Insuring Agreement 
Exclusions 
Conditions 
Parts of an insurance contract - ANSWER-Declarations 
Insuring Agreement 
Exclusions 
Conditions 
 
Contract of adhesion - ANSWER-the insured cannot negotiate the terms of the contract. Ambiguities are ...
What is an Insurance Policy - ANSWER-An Insurance Policy is a Contract (agreement between 2 parties) 
 
Insurance Policy in the state of Florida must be? - ANSWER-Written in order to constitute a policy 
 
Legal Definition of Insurance - ANSWER-Contract that undertakes to indemnity, or make whole, o...
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Add to cartWhat is an Insurance Policy - ANSWER-An Insurance Policy is a Contract (agreement between 2 parties) 
 
Insurance Policy in the state of Florida must be? - ANSWER-Written in order to constitute a policy 
 
Legal Definition of Insurance - ANSWER-Contract that undertakes to indemnity, or make whole, o...
Replacement cost - ANSWER-Which loss settlement provides new for old? 
 
the claims adjuster's role in the insurance industry includes - ANSWER-Give appropriate legal advice and write binding contracts 
 
following are examples of a peril - ANSWER-Lighting, Explosion and Fire 
 
The abandonment cla...
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Add to cartReplacement cost - ANSWER-Which loss settlement provides new for old? 
 
the claims adjuster's role in the insurance industry includes - ANSWER-Give appropriate legal advice and write binding contracts 
 
following are examples of a peril - ANSWER-Lighting, Explosion and Fire 
 
The abandonment cla...
What is an eligible building for flood insurance? - ANSWER-A structure with 2 or more outside rigid walls and a fully secure roof, built on a permanent site, with 50% or more of the value above ground level and located within an eligible community 
 
What is Builders Risk Coverage? - ANSWER-Covers b...
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Add to cartWhat is an eligible building for flood insurance? - ANSWER-A structure with 2 or more outside rigid walls and a fully secure roof, built on a permanent site, with 50% or more of the value above ground level and located within an eligible community 
 
What is Builders Risk Coverage? - ANSWER-Covers b...
Jason's auto policy states that the insurer may cancel coverage if a premium is more than 30 days late. However, Jason is currently more than 30 days late, and has been so five times in the last year, and his insurer has done nothing about it. When Jason gets into an accident and files a claim, whi...
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Add to cartJason's auto policy states that the insurer may cancel coverage if a premium is more than 30 days late. However, Jason is currently more than 30 days late, and has been so five times in the last year, and his insurer has done nothing about it. When Jason gets into an accident and files a claim, whi...
4 Exceptions to Tort Exemption(Threshold of No-Fault) - ANSWER-1. Significant and Permanent loss of bodily function. 
2.Permanent injury other than scarring and disfigurement. 
3.Significant and Permanent scarring or disfigurement. 
4.Death 
 
What does NFIP stand for? - ANSWER-National Flood Insura...
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Add to cart4 Exceptions to Tort Exemption(Threshold of No-Fault) - ANSWER-1. Significant and Permanent loss of bodily function. 
2.Permanent injury other than scarring and disfigurement. 
3.Significant and Permanent scarring or disfigurement. 
4.Death 
 
What does NFIP stand for? - ANSWER-National Flood Insura...
Subrogation - ANSWER-When an insured has a right to collect damages from another party but elects to claim damages under his/her insurance policy; rights transfer to the insurer 
 
Loss Payee Clause - ANSWER-Provides, in event of payment being made under the policy in relation to insured risk, that ...
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Add to cartSubrogation - ANSWER-When an insured has a right to collect damages from another party but elects to claim damages under his/her insurance policy; rights transfer to the insurer 
 
Loss Payee Clause - ANSWER-Provides, in event of payment being made under the policy in relation to insured risk, that ...
A couple has insured their home for $150,000. A fire ensues and guts their home, resulting in a total loss. An appraisal of the home prior to loss results in a value of $120,000, yet the adjuster is required by law to pay the couple $150,000. This is known as the application of: - ANSWER-The valued ...
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Add to cartA couple has insured their home for $150,000. A fire ensues and guts their home, resulting in a total loss. An appraisal of the home prior to loss results in a value of $120,000, yet the adjuster is required by law to pay the couple $150,000. This is known as the application of: - ANSWER-The valued ...
626.854 (5) - ANSWER-A public adjuster may not directly or indirectly through any other person or entity solicit an insured or claimant by any means except on Monday through Saturday of each week and only between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on those days. 
 
626.854 (6) - ANSWER-An insured or cla...
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Add to cart626.854 (5) - ANSWER-A public adjuster may not directly or indirectly through any other person or entity solicit an insured or claimant by any means except on Monday through Saturday of each week and only between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on those days. 
 
626.854 (6) - ANSWER-An insured or cla...
Accumulated Depreciation - ANSWER-The total decrease in an item's value over a period of time. Formula: (Annual Depreciation x Number of years used) 
 
Actual Cash Value (ACV) - ANSWER-A valuation method used by insurers to reflect an item's current market value right before being damaged or destr...
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Add to cartAccumulated Depreciation - ANSWER-The total decrease in an item's value over a period of time. Formula: (Annual Depreciation x Number of years used) 
 
Actual Cash Value (ACV) - ANSWER-A valuation method used by insurers to reflect an item's current market value right before being damaged or destr...
Pass the final course exam with a scored of 70% or higher 
 
Print your certificate from this website 
 
Apply for your Insurance Adjuster license at the Florida Department of Financial Services website at 
 
All of the above - ANSWER-All of the above 
 
Which of the following is NOT one of the duti...
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Add to cartPass the final course exam with a scored of 70% or higher 
 
Print your certificate from this website 
 
Apply for your Insurance Adjuster license at the Florida Department of Financial Services website at 
 
All of the above - ANSWER-All of the above 
 
Which of the following is NOT one of the duti...
Those who are eligible for coverage under the Florida Automobile Joint Underwriting Association are? - ANSWER-Military Personnel 
A non-resident owning an automobile in Florida 
A non-resident subject to Florida no-fault law 
 
A forcible entry into locked premises and the carrying away of the prop...
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Add to cartThose who are eligible for coverage under the Florida Automobile Joint Underwriting Association are? - ANSWER-Military Personnel 
A non-resident owning an automobile in Florida 
A non-resident subject to Florida no-fault law 
 
A forcible entry into locked premises and the carrying away of the prop...
recipient location - ANSWER-Businesses who support insured by being the primary buyer for their products 
 
HO-3 (special form) - ANSWER-covers the dwelling and other structures on a risk-of-direct-physical loss basis. All direct physical losses are covered except those losses specifically excluded....
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Add to cartrecipient location - ANSWER-Businesses who support insured by being the primary buyer for their products 
 
HO-3 (special form) - ANSWER-covers the dwelling and other structures on a risk-of-direct-physical loss basis. All direct physical losses are covered except those losses specifically excluded....
If a licensed adjuster from another state wishes to transfer his license to a resident Florida adjuster license, he must do all of the following, EXCEPT: - ANSWER-send the DFS proof of his Florida appointment. 
 
Appointing entities must give the appointee notice at least ______ days in advance of t...
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Add to cartIf a licensed adjuster from another state wishes to transfer his license to a resident Florida adjuster license, he must do all of the following, EXCEPT: - ANSWER-send the DFS proof of his Florida appointment. 
 
Appointing entities must give the appointee notice at least ______ days in advance of t...
Which of the following is NOT true about the National Association of Insurance Commissioners? - ANSWER-It provides benefits for insurance commissioners 
 
Jill wants to start an insurance agency selling property insurance. As such, she must belong to a Guaranty Association, of which there are a few ...
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Add to cartWhich of the following is NOT true about the National Association of Insurance Commissioners? - ANSWER-It provides benefits for insurance commissioners 
 
Jill wants to start an insurance agency selling property insurance. As such, she must belong to a Guaranty Association, of which there are a few ...
Hazard - ANSWER-Condition that create or increases the chance or loss or contributes to the loss 
 
Physical Hazard - ANSWER-Visible ( operational features of a risk) 
 
Moral Hazard - ANSWER-Intentional dishonesty or illegal actions of a person (arson) 
 
Morale Hazard - ANSWER-Carelessness or indi...
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Add to cartHazard - ANSWER-Condition that create or increases the chance or loss or contributes to the loss 
 
Physical Hazard - ANSWER-Visible ( operational features of a risk) 
 
Moral Hazard - ANSWER-Intentional dishonesty or illegal actions of a person (arson) 
 
Morale Hazard - ANSWER-Carelessness or indi...
Liability Insurance PAP (Part A) - ANSWER-Pays all the sums and insured must legally pay as damage due to BI/PD caused by an accident and resulting from the ownership, maintenance or use of a covered auto. 
 
Coverage Part A through F of a PAP - ANSWER-A. Liability 
B. Medical Payments 
C. UM/UIM 
D...
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Add to cartLiability Insurance PAP (Part A) - ANSWER-Pays all the sums and insured must legally pay as damage due to BI/PD caused by an accident and resulting from the ownership, maintenance or use of a covered auto. 
 
Coverage Part A through F of a PAP - ANSWER-A. Liability 
B. Medical Payments 
C. UM/UIM 
D...
Pg. 80 
 
An adjuster is required to notify the Department of a change in address, telephone and email with ___days. - ANSWER-30 
 
Pg. 82 
 
Transaction of matters arising out of a contract of insurance is governed by Florida Statute ______? - ANSWER-624.10 
 
Pg. 80 
 
A public adjuster may repr...
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An adjuster is required to notify the Department of a change in address, telephone and email with ___days. - ANSWER-30 
 
Pg. 82 
 
Transaction of matters arising out of a contract of insurance is governed by Florida Statute ______? - ANSWER-624.10 
 
Pg. 80 
 
A public adjuster may repr...
How many optional clauses are available through the heath insurance company? - ANSWER-10 
 
Cancellation Clause - ANSWER-Allows an insurance company to cancel mid-term. 20 Days notice 
 
Conditionally Renewable - ANSWER-Allows the insurer to not-renew a health insurance policy based on certain condi...
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Add to cartHow many optional clauses are available through the heath insurance company? - ANSWER-10 
 
Cancellation Clause - ANSWER-Allows an insurance company to cancel mid-term. 20 Days notice 
 
Conditionally Renewable - ANSWER-Allows the insurer to not-renew a health insurance policy based on certain condi...
If an insurance company is fined (max $1000) by commissioner, how many days do they have to pay or appeal the fine? - ANSWER-30 Days 
 
Subrogation occurs when? - ANSWER-The insurer steps into the position of the insured and may collect from the responsible party for damages 
 
What is the purpose o...
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Add to cartIf an insurance company is fined (max $1000) by commissioner, how many days do they have to pay or appeal the fine? - ANSWER-30 Days 
 
Subrogation occurs when? - ANSWER-The insurer steps into the position of the insured and may collect from the responsible party for damages 
 
What is the purpose o...
In a homeowners policy, Coverage D- Loss of Use will NOT cover: 
* Meals out when a home is damaged and not habitable 
* loss of rental income if a renter can't stay in the apartment until damages are repaired 
* hotel expenses when damage prevents the insured from living in the home 
* loss of ren...
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Add to cartIn a homeowners policy, Coverage D- Loss of Use will NOT cover: 
* Meals out when a home is damaged and not habitable 
* loss of rental income if a renter can't stay in the apartment until damages are repaired 
* hotel expenses when damage prevents the insured from living in the home 
* loss of ren...
AT WHAT TIME IS THE POLICY EFFECTIVE? - ANSWER-12:01 AM 
 
WHAT IS THE MAIN DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A NON-WAIVER AGREEMENT AND A ROR? - ANSWER--NON-WAIVER IS SIGNED BY THE INSURED AND INSURER 
-ROR IS A LETTER 
 
IF AN INSURED IS COVERED BY 2 POLICIES ON ONE LOSS AND THE INS. COMPANIES SETTLE IT, WHAT CL...
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WHAT IS THE MAIN DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A NON-WAIVER AGREEMENT AND A ROR? - ANSWER--NON-WAIVER IS SIGNED BY THE INSURED AND INSURER 
-ROR IS A LETTER 
 
IF AN INSURED IS COVERED BY 2 POLICIES ON ONE LOSS AND THE INS. COMPANIES SETTLE IT, WHAT CL...
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A characteristic unique to surplus lines insurance is that it - ANSWER-May be written with unauthorized insurers provided there are no authorized insurers selling that type of policy in Nevada 
 
The commissioner must examine authorized insurers at least one every - ANSWER-5 years 
 
Which of these ...
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Add to cartA characteristic unique to surplus lines insurance is that it - ANSWER-May be written with unauthorized insurers provided there are no authorized insurers selling that type of policy in Nevada 
 
The commissioner must examine authorized insurers at least one every - ANSWER-5 years 
 
Which of these ...
Which of the following statements best describes an inland marine policy? - ANSWER-Pertains to Cargo with no fixed location 
 
Alex is traveling through College Station and hits a deer, and the damages are $1500. He has comprehensive coverage with a $500 deductible. What will you pay? - ANSWER-$1000...
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Add to cartWhich of the following statements best describes an inland marine policy? - ANSWER-Pertains to Cargo with no fixed location 
 
Alex is traveling through College Station and hits a deer, and the damages are $1500. He has comprehensive coverage with a $500 deductible. What will you pay? - ANSWER-$1000...
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