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Which of the following is an advantage of using a preferred body shop?
Which of the following is an advantage of using a preferred body shop?
- Greater choice in selecting a shop
- Potential for higher quality repairs
- Streamlined process and quicker claims processing (correct)
- More personalized service
What does the term "Direct Billing" refer to in the context of preferred body shops?
What does the term "Direct Billing" refer to in the context of preferred body shops?
- Billing handled directly by the insurance company to the customer
- Billing handled directly between the body shop and the insurance company (correct)
- Billing handled directly by the customer to the body shop
- Billing handled directly between the body shop and parts suppliers
Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of using a preferred body shop?
Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of using a preferred body shop?
- Limited choice of shops (correct)
- Non-guaranteed work
- Higher out-of-pocket expenses
- Longer repair process
Why is it important to choose friendly body shops to send clients to?
Why is it important to choose friendly body shops to send clients to?
What is an "undercarriage inspection" primarily used for?
What is an "undercarriage inspection" primarily used for?
What does "O/H" stand for in insurance estimates?
What does "O/H" stand for in insurance estimates?
Which type of part is described as "new original equipment manufacturer parts"?
Which type of part is described as "new original equipment manufacturer parts"?
What does "LT" signify in insurance estimate terminology?
What does "LT" signify in insurance estimate terminology?
Explain the potential conflict of interest that might arise with preferred body shops and how it can impact repair quality.
Explain the potential conflict of interest that might arise with preferred body shops and how it can impact repair quality.
Describe the process and significance of conducting an undercarriage inspection when a vehicle is brought into a body shop for repairs.
Describe the process and significance of conducting an undercarriage inspection when a vehicle is brought into a body shop for repairs.
