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SOA Exam P Sample Question 155

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A policy covers a gas furnace for one year. During that year, only one of three problems can occur:

  • i) The igniter switch may need to be replaced at a cost of 60. There is a 0.10 probability of this.
  • ii) The pilot light may need to be replaced at a cost of 200. There is a 0.05 probability of this.
  • iii) The furnace may need to be replaced at a cost of 3000. There is a 0.01 probability of this.

Calculate the deductible that would produce an expected claim payment of 30.

  • A) Less than or equal to 100
  • B) Greater than 100 but less than or equal to 150
  • C) Greater than 150 but less than or equal to 200
  • D) Greater than 200 but less than or equal to 250
  • E) Greater than 250

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