CAS Exam 5 Spring 2019, Question 14
Study guide: Exam 5
Given the following data for an insurance company evaluated as of December 31, 2018:
| Accident Year | Average Case Outstanding 12 | Average Case Outstanding 24 | Average Case Outstanding 36 | Average Case Outstanding 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 550 | 1,100 | 1,300 | 1,800 |
| 2016 | 575 | 1,150 | 1,500 | |
| 2017 | 600 | 1,300 | ||
| 2018 | 700 |
| Accident Year | Average Reported Claims 12 | Average Reported Claims 24 | Average Reported Claims 36 | Average Reported Claims 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 400 | 800 | 1,200 | 1,500 |
| 2016 | 420 | 835 | 1,250 | |
| 2017 | 440 | 875 | ||
| 2018 | 460 |
- Industry average claim cost trend = 4.5%.
Fully evaluate the reasonableness of using the paid claim development technique for this company.
Part a (1.25 points)
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Concepts tested
- Berquist-Sherman Method
- Case Reserves
- Chain Ladder Method
- Development Triangle
- Data Diagnostic Analysis
- Settlement Rate