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What term is used to describe individuals who are cautious and seek to minimize risks?
What term is used to describe individuals who are cautious and seek to minimize risks?
In the context of risk, what is a pure risk?
In the context of risk, what is a pure risk?
What is a claim for a motor accident considered an example of?
What is a claim for a motor accident considered an example of?
Which of the following represents the main elements of risk?
Which of the following represents the main elements of risk?
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What are the key components of risk management?
What are the key components of risk management?
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Which type of risk arises from a cause outside the control of any one individual and affects a large number of people?
Which type of risk arises from a cause outside the control of any one individual and affects a large number of people?
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Why is the risk of a commercial company losing an important contract to a competitor generally not insurable?
Why is the risk of a commercial company losing an important contract to a competitor generally not insurable?
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What term is used to describe an individual who seeks to minimize risks and is cautious in their approach?
What term is used to describe an individual who seeks to minimize risks and is cautious in their approach?
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In the context of risks, what is a pure risk?
In the context of risks, what is a pure risk?
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Why is the risk of a commercial company losing an important contract to a competitor generally not insurable?
Why is the risk of a commercial company losing an important contract to a competitor generally not insurable?
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When assessing the level of risk, what are the key components considered?
When assessing the level of risk, what are the key components considered?
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Which type of risk arises from causes outside the control of any one individual and affects a large number of people?
Which type of risk arises from causes outside the control of any one individual and affects a large number of people?
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What characterizes an event that is considered low frequency and high severity in terms of risks?
What characterizes an event that is considered low frequency and high severity in terms of risks?
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Which components are essential in risk management, involving identification, control, and predictability?
Which components are essential in risk management, involving identification, control, and predictability?
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What are the main elements that constitute risks?
What are the main elements that constitute risks?
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What differentiates a particular risk from other types when considering its impact?
What differentiates a particular risk from other types when considering its impact?
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Study Notes
Risk Terminology and Definitions
- Cautious individuals aiming to minimize risks are referred to as risk-averse.
- Pure risk pertains to situations where only the possibility of a loss exists, with no opportunity for financial gain.
- A claim for a motor accident is classified as an example of pure risk.
Components of Risk
- Major elements that constitute risks include peril, hazard, and exposure.
- Key components in risk management involve identification, assessment, control, and monitoring of risks.
Types of Risks
- Systematic risk arises from causes beyond individual control and impacts a large population or sector, such as economic downturns or natural disasters.
- Events characterized as low frequency and high severity include catastrophic losses or disasters that are rare but have substantial impacts when they occur.
Insurance Considerations
- The risk of a commercial company losing an important contract to a competitor is not insurable because it involves uncertainty and competitive market dynamics, which insurers do not cover.
Risk Assessment
- When assessing risk levels, components examined include likelihood, impact, and time frame of potential risks.
- Specific risks can be differentiated by understanding their unique impacts compared to other risks in terms of consequences and likelihood.
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Test your knowledge of risk management concepts with this practice paper. Questions cover topics such as risk attitudes, pure risks, and examples of insurance claims.
