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CAS Exam 6C Spring 2018, Question 16

Study guide: Exam 6C

The following information is projected for a property and casualty insurance company as at December 31, 2018. All amounts are in thousands of dollars ($000s).

  • Gross Written Premiums: 1,500
  • Gross Unearned Premiums: 500
  • Gross Loss Reserve: 850

For 2018, this company is considering entering into a 50% quota share agreement with a reinsurer with a 15% ceding commission. If the company enters into this treaty, the surplus is expected to decrease from 654 to 495.

Part a (1 point)

Identify four key principles of risk transfer.

Part b (1.25 points)

Assess whether entering into this agreement is expected to provide surplus relief.

Part c (0.75 points)

Identify three principal functions of reinsurance other than providing surplus relief.

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