Risk Assessment and Management

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between frequency and severity as it relates to insurance?

  • Frequency and severity have a complex relationship, and the specific relationship between the two varies significantly depending on the type of risk being assessed. (correct)
  • Frequency and severity are directly proportional, meaning that higher frequency always leads to higher severity.
  • Frequency and severity are independent of each other, meaning there is no consistent relationship between the two.
  • Frequency and severity are inversely proportional, meaning that high frequency always indicates low severity.

Which of the following risk scenarios would MOST LIKELY be categorized as having high frequency but low severity?

  • Natural disasters such as earthquakes, leading to widespread property damage and potential loss of life.
  • Accidents involving aircraft resulting in significant damage and loss.
  • Insurance claims for damage to a vehicle caused by a minor car accident. (correct)
  • Cyberattacks targeting a large corporation's data systems, with high recovery costs.

According to the content, which risk scenario would MOST LIKELY be categorized as having low frequency but high severity?

  • Claims for relatively low-value damage to a personal vehicle due to minor accidents.
  • Claims for medical expenses related to minor illnesses needing outpatient care.
  • Large-scale insurance claims related to accidents involving aircraft, resulting in significant financial losses. (correct)
  • Insurance claims related to theft of valuables from a residential property.

Based on the provided examples, what is the PRIMARY reason why insurers need to understand the relationship between frequency and severity?

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Based on the example of the two buildings near the river, how would you categorize the insurance risk of the building further away from the river in terms of frequency and severity?

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor influencing the severity of risk?

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When assessing the risk of a specific type of insurance, what is a key consideration based on the relationship between frequency and severity?

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What is a key takeaway from the content about the relationship between frequency and severity in insurance?

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What is the first step in assessing the likelihood of a risk?

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What is the purpose of multiplying the likelihood and impact scores of a risk?

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Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with paint spraying, as mentioned in the text?

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What is the primary factor in deciding whether to eliminate or mitigate a risk?

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What is the most appropriate action for a business to take when the cost of mitigating a risk is high and the likelihood of the risk occurring is low?

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What does the law of large numbers help insurers to achieve?

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How is the law of large numbers illustrated using a coin flip?

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What role does historic data serve for insurers?

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Why is the law of large numbers particularly important for new classes of business?

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What should the premium be in relation to claims and operating costs?

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What is a common outcome of flipping a coin 10 times compared to 10,000 times?

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What happens to expected number outcomes with larger sample sizes?

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Why is it difficult to use historic data when the insurer enters new classes of business?

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What does the level of risk depend on?

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What is the relationship between uncertainty and risk?

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What does the text suggest about the risk involved in a building located 100 meters away from a riverbank and on a slight hill?

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What are the two primary criteria used to assess risk?

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Why is there uncertainty regarding the risk of a building located near a river prone to overflowing?

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How does the concept of uncertainty relate to the risk of death?

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What is the key difference between a peril and a hazard?

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How is the element of risk present even when the outcome is certain?

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Which of the following types of risk involves the possibility of both loss and gain?

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What is a characteristic of pure risks?

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Which of the following is an example of a pure risk?

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What are fundamental risks characterized by?

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Which risk cannot be insured against due to its nature?

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What best defines fundamental risks?

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In the context of insurance, which of the following would be a speculative risk?

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What distinguishes pure risks from fundamental risks?

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What is the primary purpose of the London Market insurance essentials unit (LM1)?

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What is a key characteristic of the London Market that is examined within LM1?

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What is NOT explicitly mentioned as a topic covered in the LM1 unit?

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What is the implication of the statement "You can find more information on the specific unit in the exam guide (available on the unit page on the CII website and on RevisionMate)"?

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What is the significance of the CII's accessibility and reasonable/special adjustments policy?

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What is the intended audience for the information provided in the text about preparing for the LM1 exam?

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Which of the following statements best describes the purpose of the LM1 unit?

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What is the implication of the statement "You do not lose marks for giving a wrong answer!"?

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Flashcards

Risk Assessment

The process of analyzing and evaluating risks to minimize potential adverse events.

Likelihood Scale

A measure used to determine how probable a risk is, usually rated from 1 to 3.

Impact Scale

A scale assessing the potential consequences of a risk, also from 1 to 3.

Risk Multiplier

Calculating risk severity by multiplying likelihood and impact together.

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Cost-Benefit Analysis

Evaluating the costs of risk mitigation against potential losses from risks.

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Uncertainty

Doubt about future events due to incomplete knowledge.

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Risk

The potential of losing something of value based on uncertainty.

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Level of risk

Different degrees of risk based on likelihood and impact.

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Frequency

How often an event is expected to happen.

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Severity

The seriousness of an event if it occurs.

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Risk management process

The method of identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks.

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Prone to overflowing

Tendency of a body of water to overflow its banks.

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Position-related risk

Risk influenced by the location or placement of an object.

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Severity of Risk

The potential amount of loss, damage, or destruction from a risk.

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Frequency of Risk

How often a risk event occurs over time.

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High Frequency, Low Severity

Many events cause minor losses, like car damages.

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Low Frequency, High Severity

Few events result in major losses, like aircraft accidents.

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Risk Assessment Factors

Both frequency and severity must be evaluated for risks.

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Comprehensive Motor Insurance

Covers many small damage claims but less for injuries.

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Accidents in Aviation

Involve low frequency but high costs when they occur.

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Risk Profiles for Insurers

Different profiles of frequency and severity help assess risk.

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Speculative Risk

A risk that can lead to both loss and gain, and cannot be insured.

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Pure Risk

A risk that involves the possibility of loss but not gain, and is generally insurable.

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Example of Pure Risk

Instances like fire, machinery breakdown, and employee injury that can be quantified financially.

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Fundamental Risk

Widespread risks arising from social, economic, political, or natural causes that are uninsurable.

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Risk of Fire

A pure risk that can damage property or disrupt business operations.

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Risk of Machinery Breakdown

A pure risk that can result in actual damage or interruption of business.

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Risk of Injury to Employees

A pure risk where negligence can lead to court-awarded damages.

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Non-Financial Risk

Risks that are based on potential non-monetary losses, usually speculative.

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Premium

The payment made for an insurance policy, must cover total claims and costs.

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Law of Large Numbers

A principle stating that as the number of trials increases, actual outcomes will converge to expected outcomes.

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Expected Number

The anticipated outcome based on probability in a large sample.

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Claims Payments

The amounts paid by insurers to cover losses based on claims made.

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Historic Data

Previous records used to predict future claims patterns and values.

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Risk Prediction

Estimating the probability and potential impact of losses an insurer may face.

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Probability

The likelihood of an event occurring, often expressed as a percentage.

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Coverage

Insurance policy providing financial protection against specified risks.

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London Market Insurance

An insurance market where high-value and complex risks are underwritten, primarily located in London.

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Fundamental Principles of Insurance

Basic concepts that underpin the insurance industry, including risk, coverage, and compensation.

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Role of Insurance in Economy

Insurance protects individuals and businesses from financial loss, enabling economic stability and growth.

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Insurance Business Cycle

The pattern of fluctuations in the insurance market, involving underwriting, pricing, and claims handling.

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Regulatory Framework

Laws and regulations governing the operation of insurers and brokers in the market.

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Pandemic Impact on Insurance

Effects brought by a pandemic, including increased risks and opportunities for the insurance sector.

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Classes of Business in London Market

Different types of insurance products offered, such as marine, aviation, and liability insurance.

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Accessibility in CII Assessments

Policies ensuring students receive fair access to qualifications and assessments, accommodating special needs.

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Study Notes

Risk Assessment and Management

  • Risks in activities like painting include overspray onto neighboring properties and worker exposure to paint fumes.
  • Risk elimination is possible by not performing the activity.
  • Analysis involves determining the likelihood (1-3 scale, 3 most likely) and impact (1-3 scale) of a risk.
  • Multiplying likelihood and impact allows ranking risks.
  • Cost-benefit analysis is crucial to decide if minimizing risk is worthwhile (e.g., cost of enclosing spray area vs. potential damages).
  • Alternative solutions, like outsourcing the work, deserve consideration.
  • Risk management depends on reasonable cost vs. potential losses.

Uncertainty and Risk Levels

  • Uncertainty is doubt about future events, implying incomplete prediction; this is fundamental to risk.
  • Complete certainty removes risk.
  • Risk exists independent of individuals.
  • Uncertainty exists even in situations like life insurance (knowing death is inevitable, but not when).
  • Risk levels vary; some events are more probable.

Frequency and Severity of Risk

  • Risk assessment assesses frequency (how often it happens) and severity (seriousness of the event).
  • High frequency/low severity = frequent minor losses, like minor car damage.
  • Low frequency/high severity = high-cost events, like plane crashes (minimized by advancing technology).
  • These profiles are vital for insurance; speculative risks cannot be insured.

Types of Risks

  • Pure risks involve potential loss but no potential gain (e.g., plane travel – safety is the best outcome).
  • Pure risks are usually insurable (e.g., fire risk, machinery breakdown, employee injury).
  • Speculative risks are uninsurable (e.g., a fashion collection's success).
  • Fundamental risks are uninsurable due to wide-scale impact (e.g., famine, recession).

Law of Large Numbers

  • Insurers leverage the law of large numbers, where a large number of similar events have actual outcomes close to predicted.
  • This allows insurers to predict and charge premiums fairly.
  • Historical data informs premium calculations, but the law of large numbers becomes essential for new risks.

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