Chapter 9 Flashcards

1
Q

4 main functions of an underwriter

A

assess the risks presented

decide how much if at all of the risks to accept

determine T&C’s

calculate an appropriate premium

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2
Q

what is a scratch

A

combination of initials and date

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3
Q

4 reasons an underwriter may only take a small % of risk

A

size of risk and authority levels

balancing the portfolio

insurance broker input

new class of business

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4
Q

what tasks is the lead underwriter responsible for

A

review risk

consider whether to accept

decide t&c’s

quote a premium

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5
Q

who is the overall leader

A

leader outside of the market

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6
Q

who is slip leader

A

leader inside of market

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7
Q

who is bereau leader

A

first lloyds and IUA company on the slip

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8
Q

if you are not a leader, what are you

A

follower

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9
Q

who records risks for insurers

A

XIS

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10
Q

What is BIPAR

A

european federation of insurance intermediaries

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