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As an alternative to demutualizing, Big Mutual Insurance Company reorganized itself into a corporate form that can directly or indirectly own a stock insurance company. This form of organization is called a(n)

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) administers an “early warning system” to help ensure insurance company solvency. This system uses data provided in the annual statement to identify companies that may pose a solvency risk. This early warning system is called

Under one type of rating law, insurers are free to change rates and to use modified rates immediately. However, the new rate must be filed with regulators within a specified period, such as 60 days after the modified rate is employed. This type of rating law is called

Which of the following statements is (are) true regarding insurance agents and insurance brokers? I.A property and liability insurance agent has the authority to bind the insurer for certain types of coverage. II.A licensed broker who is not a licensed agent has the legal authority to bind an insurer.

Brian buys and sells investment securities for his clients. Brian also decided to become a licensed life insurance agent to better serve his customers. While Brian’s primary focus is buying and selling financial securities for his clients in exchange for commissions, he also earns commissions on his life insurance sales. Brian is a(n)

Which of the following statements about Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans is (are) true?I.Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans can be organized on a nonprofit basis or on a for-profit basis.II.Blue Cross provides coverage for hospital services; Blue Shield provides coverage for physicians’ and surgeons’ fees.

Under one type of rate regulation, insurers do not have to register their rates with state regulatory authorities. However, insurers may be required to furnish rate schedules and supporting data to state officials. A fundamental assumption underlying this type of rating law is that market forces will determine the price and availability of insurance, rather than discretionary acts of regulators. This type of rate regulation is called

One method of ensuring the solvency of insurers is a periodic review, every three to five years, of insurers that operate on a multistate basis. This review is coordinated by the NAIC. This review is called a(n)

Most insurance companies require their marketing representatives to submit an evaluation of the prospective insured. This important source of underwriting information is called the

Under what type of rate regulation are insurers required to obtain approval of rates before using them if the rate change exceeds a specified predetermined range?