OAS Study 1-6 Flashcards
(129 cards)
Why is automobile insurance in Canada regulated?
Select one:
a.
To manage the evolving uses of the automobiles in society
b.
To protect the insurers
c.
To reflect the differences within the three levels of government
d.
To create a revenue stream for government
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO1
The correct answer is: To manage the evolving uses of the automobiles in society
What is Common Law based on?
Select one:
a.
Federal government
b.
A code book
c.
Automobile contracts
d.
Prior court decisions
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO1
The correct answer is: Prior court decisions
Municipal governments have jurisdiction to make laws relating to which areas?
Select one:
a.
Telecommunications, fisheries, and impaired driving
b.
Zoning, construction permits, parking
c.
Fisheries, education, parking
d.
Health services, education, and driving speed
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO1
The correct answer is: Zoning, construction permits, parking
Which Canadian legal system is based on a written code?
Select one:
a.
Municipal Law
b.
Civil Code of Quebec
c.
Common Law
d.
Federal Law
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO1
The correct answer is: Civil Code of Quebec
In a legal action, which party is the one being sued?
Select one:
a.
Defendant
b.
Insured
c.
Insurer
d.
Plaintiff
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO1
The correct answer is: Defendant
In Ontario, what is the name of the mandatory automobile policy?
Select one:
a.
OAP 2
b.
OAF 1
c.
OAP 1
d.
SPF 1
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO1
The correct answer is: OAP 1
What is a legal decision that serves as a basis to resolve subsequent disputes in similar cases?
Select one:
a.
Subrogation
b.
Judgment
c.
Prescription
d.
Precedent
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO1
The correct answer is: Precedent
Precedent is a legal decision that serves as a basis to resolve subsequent disputes in similar cases.
How are insurance products sold by private insurers?
Select one:
a.
Through agents/brokers representing one company or through direct writers
b.
Directly to the public or through agents/brokers representing many insurance companies
c.
Through agents/brokers representing multiple companies or through direct writers
d.
Directly to the public, or through brokers/agents selling on behalf of several private companies, or through independent brokers or agents
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO2
The correct answer is: Directly to the public, or through brokers/agents selling on behalf of several private companies, or through independent brokers or agents
Which regulation deals with the registration and licensing of vehicles and drivers?
Select one:
a.
The Insurance Companies Act
b.
The Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act
c.
The Highway Traffic Act
d.
The Insurance Act of the provinces
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO2
The correct answer is: The Highway Traffic Act
What is the purpose of the Compulsory Automobile Act?
Select one:
a.
Requires all vehicles to be insured
b.
Requires all vehicles to be properly maintained
c.
Requires all vehicles to be licensed
d.
Requires all drivers to be licensed
Reference: OAS - Study 1 - LO2
The correct answer is: Requires all vehicles to be insured
What is the main purpose of the automobile application?
Select one:
a.
To ensure all relevant information is collected from the insured to process a claim
b.
To ensure that all automobile applications are written and signed
c.
To collect information needed to underwrite, rate and issue the policy
d.
To collect the applicant’s information and submit to regulators for approval
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO1
The correct answer is: To collect information needed to underwrite, rate and issue the policy
What term refers to when an insured gives false information about the described automobile during the application process?
Select one:
a.
Fraud
b.
Misrepresentation
c.
Void
d.
Violation of Condition
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO1
The correct answer is: Misrepresentation
If a policy is issued that is different in any way from the application, are the changes valid?
Select one:
a.
No, the Insurance Act stipulates that the policy issued must match the information on the application.
b.
Yes, if the change(s) is (are) clearly marked and the insured does not object to the insurer in writing within 7 days.
c.
No, to do so would be misrepresentation and violate the doctrine of utmost good faith.
d.
Yes, if the change(s) is(are) clearly marked and the insured does not object to the insurer in writing within 14 days.
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO1
The correct answer is: Yes, if the change(s) is (are) clearly marked and the insured does not object to the insurer in writing within 7 days.
Why is a written application preferred over an oral application?
Select one:
a.
Reduction of coverages
b.
Prevention of fraud
c.
Reduction in premium
d.
Prevention of claims
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO1
The correct answer is: Prevention of fraud
What warning to the insured is included in the Declaration of Applicant on the OAF 1 and in every automobile policy?
Select one:
a.
A statement that a lapse in coverage will impact future rates
b.
A statement about the seriousness of misrepresentation
c.
A statement about the seriousness of driving without coverage
d.
A statement that non-payment will impact future rates
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO1
The correct answer is: A statement about the seriousness of misrepresentation
The Insurance Act (Section 233(1)) requires that a warning must be stamped or printed in conspicuous type on every application and policy to inform applicants of the seriousness of misrepresentation. In the Ontario’s OAF 1, this warning is included in a section called the Declaration of Applicant.
The automobile application asks about any driving convictions for each driver. What is the time period that is requested?
Select one:
a.
2 years
b.
6 years
c.
3 years
d.
5 years
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO2
The correct answer is: 3 years
What is included under Mandatory Automobile Coverage?
Select one:
a.
Accident benefits; direct compensation—property damage; liability; uninsured automobile
b.
Accident Benefits; comprehensive; liability; uninsured automobile
c.
Accident benefits; bodily injury; direct compensation—property damage; liability
d.
Accident benefits; bodily injury; direct compensation—property damage; uninsured automobile
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO2
The correct answer is: Accident benefits; direct compensation—property damage; liability; uninsured automobile
Some coverages are mandatory, and some are optional, as determined by the OAP owners form. The mandatory coverages include: accident benefits, direct compensation—property damage; liability; uninsured automobile.
Why does the automobile application ask about both the registered owner and actual owner of the automobile?
Select one:
a.
To establish insurable interest, and custody and control of the automobile.
b.
To establish that the registered owner is the only person who will drive the automobile.
c.
To determine if more than one person will drive the automobile.
d.
To determine insurable interest and potential lien holders of the automobile.
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO2
The correct answer is: To establish insurable interest, and custody and control of the automobile.
At what time do all polices typically expire?
Select one:
a.
12:01 a.m., standard time
b.
12:01p.m., standard time
c.
12:01 a.m., local time
d.
12:01 p.m., local time
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO2
The correct answer is: 12:01 a.m., local time
How many sections does the application for automobile insurance contain?
Select one:
a.
11
b.
8
c.
9
d.
12
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO2
The correct answer is: 12
There are 12 sections on an automobile application: 1. Applicant’s name; 2. Policy period; 3. Described automobile; 4. Driver information; 5. Previous accidents and insurance claims; 6. Convictions; 7. Rating information; 8. Insurance coverages applied for; 9. Remarks; 10. Method of payment; 11. Declaration of applicant; 12. Report of broker/agent
What information is requested in the section—Described Automobile—of the automobile application (OAP1)?
Select one:
a.
Year, make, model, manufacturer’s net weight, and serial number
b.
Year, make, model, transmission, type of tires, and serial number
c.
Year, make, model, body type, number of cylinders, manufacturers gross weight, and serial number
d.
Year, make, model, manufacturers weight rating, and serial number
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO2
The correct answer is: Year, make, model, body type, number of cylinders, manufacturers gross weight, and serial number
It is necessary to obtain particulars of the described automobile: the year, make, model, body type, number of cylinders, manufacturer’s gross weight, and serial number (also called vehicle identification number or VIN). This information is necessary for rating purposes and identification in the event of a claim.
Driving experience; driving record; and vehicle usage are factors commonly used for what purpose related to automobile insurance?
Select one:
a.
Ratemaking
b.
Endorsements
c.
Risk selection
d.
Subrogating
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO3
The correct answer is: Ratemaking
What does rating mean?
Select one:
a.
Calculating the cost of a claim
b.
Calculating the probability of a loss
c.
Determining the safety of a vehicle
d.
Determining the correct cost to insure a risk
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO3
The correct answer is: Determining the correct cost to insure a risk
What permits a newly licensed driver to be credited with three years’ driving experience?
Select one:
a.
Completing an approved driver training course
b.
Being 25 years old
c.
Completing the first 12 months of driving ticket and claim free
d.
Being insured under his/her parent’s policy
Reference: OAS - Study 2 - LO3
The correct answer is: Completing an approved driver training course
Newly licensed drivers are allowed credit for three years’ driving experience if they can show they completed an approved driver training course.