Iowa Property & Casualty Practice Exam

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• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a morale hazard?
• What does the 'capital' concern primarily involve in bond underwriting?
• Under an insurance contract, what is the term for what both the insured and insurer give up?
• What provision found in liability policies promotes claim settlements and reduces legal expenses?
• What does each job classification under Workers Compensation represent?
• When does the Businessowners Additional Coverage for Fire Department Service apply?
• What is a defining characteristic of an avocation in the context of insurance?
• What happens to coverage for property losses if a dwelling has been vacant for 60 days or more?
• Which of these factors is essential to evaluate when considering a bond application?
• Which endorsement modifies the Personal Auto Policy to address the needs of nontraditional households?
• What is the limit for a covered loss to personal property located off premises under Coverage C - Personal Property in the Dwelling Policy?
• What type of coverage can be automatically increased under a Dwelling Policy?
• Which term is used to describe a risk that insurance underwriters are willing to cover?
• What type of damages compensates for loss of wages and medical expenses?
• In a surety bond, who is the party responsible for fulfilling the obligation?
• In Iowa, Workers Compensation coverage is classified as?
• How much will a Homeowners Policy pay for securities, accounts, deeds, manuscripts, passports, tickets, and stamps?
• How much is personal property at another residence covered under a specific condition?
• What type of coverage does the Homeowner Policy provide for personal property?
• What is the maximum amount of transportation expense coverage provided by auto insurance?
• What does the penalty of a bond refer to?
• Under the Home Day Care Coverage Endorsement of a Homeowner’s Policy, the limit of liability is?
• What is the maximum duration for which ordinary payroll is covered under the Businessowners Additional Coverage Business Income?
• What is the consequence of failing to report a fraudulent claim within the specified time frame?
• What type of risk do underwriters prefer to insure?
• Risk exposures can be primarily classified into which two categories?
• Construction materials that are rated fire resistive must have a fire rating of at least how many hours?
• With which type of companies do surplus lines producers place coverage?
• Coinsurance is typically used to ensure what aspect of coverage?
• What type of coverage does the Comprehensive Form HO 00 05 provide?
• The Businessowners Policy may be written with which coverage forms?
• Your Covered Auto refers only to vehicles listed in the declarations. True or false?
• What may void coverage if found to be untrue?
• Which designation symbol under the Business Auto Policy covers any auto?
• If an insured chooses to apply the Other Coverages - Other Structures option under the Dwelling Policy Basic Form, how does it affect Coverage A?
• What is the activity of exchanging a gift or consideration as an inducement for insurance purchase called?
• In the context of surety bonds, what is the equivalent of an insurance company?
• Which factor does not contribute to calculating a combined ratio?
• How many days in advance must an insurer provide written notice for cancellation due to nonpayment of premium under a Homeowners Policy?
• Which two major coverages are provided under the Businessowners Liability Coverage?
• What percentage of the loss is debris removal covered up to in a partial loss under the Building and Personal Property Form?
• In the context of underwriting, what does "capacity" generally refer to?
• What is the primary purpose of bond underwriting?
• Which factor is crucial for determining the additional coverage payout for businesses under the Businessowners Policy?
• If a business owner moves business personal property after a fire loss, for how long is it covered at another location?
• What is the maximum available building limit under the National Flood Program regular program for a small business?
• Which of the following refers to the measures that insurance agents take to assess risk?
• Symbol #7 is associated with what kind of coverage?
• What type of agreement is mentioned as essential in property casualty insurance?
• If an Iowa employee is injured while on a temporary work assignment in another state, which state's benefits will apply?
• Which form provides a limit for debris removal on a partial loss?
• Which of the following is considered remuneration under a Workers Compensation policy?
• Which organizations assemble and review information on the financial condition of insurance companies?
• Which symbol on the Declarations Page indicates the narrowest coverage?
• In the context of Homeowners Insurance, personal property coverage can include coverage for damages caused by which of the following?
• Which crime coverage definition provides the broadest peril coverage?
• What is the maximum fine for failing to adhere to a cease and desist order in Iowa?
• What is the primary difference between an Umbrella Liability Policy and an Excess Liability Policy?
• Under Farm Coverage, how long are newly acquired livestock covered?
• Which Homeowner Policy Forms do NOT have an insurance-to-value requirement?
• In the Farm Policy under Coverage A - Dwelling, what is the limit for antennas or satellite dishes?
• Which Homeowner Policy Form offers named peril coverage for personal property in a condominium?
• An insurer must notify the fraud bureau within how many days of receiving a claim believed to be fraudulent?
• What is the primary purpose of the full reporting or honesty clause in insurance?
• In contract negotiations, what happens to the initial offer if a counteroffer is made?
• What form of coverage can be included under the Dwelling Policy to cover third-party liability?
• What type of defense is comparative negligence classified as?
• What happens if a producer fails to comply with Iowa's continuing education requirements?
• What is one of the primary concerns regarding the applicant's capital during underwriting?
• Who enters into an insuring agreement?
• Which of the following coverage types is NOT included in the Businessowners Liability Coverage?
• What type of coverage includes replacement cost for equipment breakdown?
• The limit for loss of earnings under Personal Auto Policy Supplemental Payments is intended for what purpose?
• Which of the following is NOT typically a concern of bond underwriters?
• True or False: Admitted insurance companies accept surplus and excess lines business.
• How many perils can the Dwelling Policy Basic Form cover when expanded?
• The concept of 'proximate cause' in liability law refers to?
• What type of forms might an auto dealership use for an inventory that changes throughout the year?
• What effect does the No Benefit to Bailee provision have on liability coverage?
• If a farm building or structure is vacant or unoccupied, what happens to coverage beyond 120 days?
• Under the Farm Property's Basic Cause of Loss Form, how is electrocution of livestock categorized?
• In insurance terms, what does a 'warranty' refer to?
• What does comparative negligence allow in an insurance policy context?
• What is a limitation under the Dwelling Policy with regard to personal property located off the premises?
• What type of insurance contract is characterized as unilateral?
• What is the core purpose of the Businessowners Policy?
• When must notice of aftermarket crash parts be given to the insured?
• What must an insured do in response to a claim handling request?
• What legal doctrine allows an insured to expect specific coverage from their policy?
• Which of the following is an example of a warranty?
• In what situation would a producer face automatic license termination?
• How many days in advance must an insurer notify of nonrenewal under a Personal Auto Policy?
• What is the special limit of liability for livestock under Coverage E on horses, mules, and cattle?
• What is the time frame within which losses must be discovered for coverage to apply under the Commercial Crime Coverage Part Loss Sustained Form?
• Which endorsement makes the insurance company absolutely liable to claimants?
• Which of the following is a common law defense against liability claims?
• What can a producer do when placing coverage in the FAIR Plan?
• Which term best describes specific coverage for several specific locations or items?
• What is the standard deductible under the Flood Policy?
• True or False: The combined ratio is the only way to determine if an insurance company is making an underwriting profit.
• Surety Bonds are commonly required to ensure what?
• What is the legal principle that reduces a judgment when an individual is found partially liable?
• Under Iowa law, what constitutes the basis for determining Workers Compensation rates?
• Under the Business Auto Policy, which designation symbol covers owned autos subject to no-fault benefits?
• Which type of insurance contract involves obligations on one party only?
• What is the maximum available contents limit under the National Flood Program regular program for a small business?
• If an insured chooses to apply the Additional Living Expense option of the Dwelling Policy Basic Form, how will it affect Coverage A - Dwelling limit?
• Under the Businessowners Policy, what does the Additional Coverage Increased Cost of Construction apply to?
• Which elements are necessary to establish negligent liability?
• If a business owner maintains insurance equal to 100% of his inventory prior to a loss, how much may they be paid above the declaration amount?
• True or False: Theft coverage is included under all forms of the Commercial Farm Coverage Form.
• Who does a producer represent in an insurance context?
• What constitutes a Covered Auto under an auto insurance policy?
• Which coverage provides direct physical loss for personal property regardless of specific exclusions?
• What is the maximum insurance coverage for Personal Property Off Premises under the Businessowners Policy?
• How many days does an insured have to notify the insurer about acquiring a new painting under the Personal Property Schedule?
• At what percentage of Coverage A - Dwelling is Coverage C - Personal Property generally issued under a Homeowner Policy?
• Which term best describes the nature of coverage under the Special Form DP 00 03?
• Under the Building and Personal Property Form, how is debris removal covered for a total loss?
• In which form of Dwelling Policy is Coverage E - Additional Living Expenses provided?
• According to Iowa's Workers Compensation law, what is the disability income benefit percentage of spendable earnings?
• Which bond guarantees that a contractor will fulfill contractual obligations and complete a project?
• What type of autos does Symbol #7 cover under the Declarations Page?
• Which of the following forms is NOT a type of Dwelling Policy?
• What is the essential function of an insurance policy according to risk management?
• How long is a series of volcanic eruptions considered a single occurrence under the Dwelling Policy?
• Which coverage is not typically included under a standard Homeowners Policy?
• If a garage mechanic drops a wrench on a customer's auto and causes damage, what coverage is available for the garage owner?
• What does a split limit of $100,000/$300,000/$50,000 signify?
• What triggers the exclusion of coverage for damage caused by burglars in a dwelling policy?
• What form of property insurance covers a specified list of perils?
• True or False: Under the Dwelling Policy, an insurance-to-value requirement exists.
• Which Homeowner Policy Form provides comprehensive coverage including direct physical loss, unless explicitly excluded?
• What is the coverage limit for property damage of others under Section II of Homeowner Policy forms?
• Which of the following is an example of an exclusion under the Dwelling Policy?
• Under the Businessowners Policy, where are tenant's improvements and betterments covered?
• In a Workers Compensation context, what may employee commissions be categorized under?
• What is an example of a moral hazard?
• Which of the following is NOT a requirement for insurance producers in Iowa?
• What is required for Coverage C - Personal Property to be provided under the Dwelling Policy?
• What does the Voluntary Compensation Endorsement primarily provide?
• What Dwelling Policy form provides the broadest coverages available?
• In insurance terminology, what are perils?
• If an insured does not meet the coinsurance requirement, what happens to the settlement?
• What is the maximum limit for residential contents coverage under the National Flood Program?
• What are the four primary components of a typical property casualty insurance policy?
• Under the Dwelling Policy, what is the coverage limit for charges for fire department services?
• What is a common reason for requiring a Surety Bond in construction projects?
• What does an Umbrella Liability Policy provide in addition to underlying liability coverage?
• What is the waiting period for Workers Compensation benefits?
• What is considered a financing technique used to manage risk?
• What does "character" refer to in bond underwriting?
• How can Workers Compensation coverage be extended to a domestic employee?
• What can result from outdated or inaccurate disclosures provided by an insurance company?
• In the case of custom farming, liability coverage is excluded if gross receipts exceed what amount in the 12 months preceding a loss?
• What does the term "General Average" refer to in Ocean Marine insurance?
• What type of carriers does the Motor Carrier Form specifically cover?
• Who regulates the business of insurance in Iowa?
• What factors are used to determine a building's replacement cost?
• What is the minimum liability insurance required under the Iowa Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law?
• Under the Businessowner's Additional Coverage for Fire Department Service Charge, what is the maximum payment when the fire department is called?
• How long does a producer have to notify the insurance division of a name change?
• When an agent operates within their authority, who is bound by their actions?
• What is the most comprehensive insurance option for high-valued jewelry?
• Which property coverage excludes mold damage?
• Which classes of dependent properties can be endorsed to the Business Interruption Form?
• What is the maximum coverage limit for a residence under the regular National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?
• Which of the following is a key factor in bond underwriting?
• In a surety bond, who benefits from the bond's execution?
• Which of the following defines pure risk?
• How is personal property loss adjusted under an endorsed Homeowner Policy?
• What coverage is associated with Business Personal Property in the Businessowners Policy?
• What type of authority is specifically defined in a producer's agreement?
• What method do insurers use to manage risk through sharing potential losses with other insurers?
• What term describes a hobby or leisure pursuit that is not considered a business under the Homeowner Policy?
• What is the individual dollar amount limitation for trees, shrubs, and plants under the Dwelling Policy Broad and Special Forms?
• Which type of claims are covered under the Employers' Liability portion of a Workers Compensation Policy?
• What is the limit for the additional coverage Forgery and Alteration under the Businessowners Policy?
• What type of insurance companies are not required to follow the same regulations as admitted companies?
• Benefit payments for partial disability under Workers Compensation are limited to how many weeks?
• How do insurers typically reduce their losses?
• Damage to property under the Equipment Breakdown Protection Coverage Form is covered on what basis?
• What is the role of the MCS-90 endorsement in commercial auto insurance?
• What binds an agent's actions to the principal?
• What is the consequence if an insured does not receive a notice about aftermarket crash parts?
• What term describes the seller's responsibility for loss or damage until goods are placed on board the vessel?
• What term describes the uncertainty of a loss in insurance?
• What is the primary benefit of Automatic Increase in Insurance coverage?
• Which benefit is NOT included under Iowa's Workers Compensation law for disability income?
• What additional perils can the Dwelling Policy Basic Form be expanded to include?
• Under the Iowa Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law, what is the minimum limit required for property damage liability?
• What does the Transfer of Rights and Recovery provision prevent?
• What term refers to specific coverage for one location?
• How is the loss settlement calculated under a typical coinsurance clause?
• What is the maximum amount covered for debris removal if a building is completely destroyed by a covered peril under the Building and Personal Property Form?
• Which of the following is included in special damages?
• What is the maximum percentage of average weekly earnings that Iowa's Workers Compensation law provides?
• What best describes a premium payment that estimates a business's operations?
• What type of coverage is provided to a garage owner under a Garagekeepers policy?
• Which of the following is excluded from coverage under the Dwelling Policy for loss of property due to water?
• Which policy provides coverage for crop damage caused by fire?
• What does the limit of $2,500 refer to in context to the Businessowners Policy?
• True or False: Persons are always civilly liable for filing reports with law enforcement.
• Which of the following statements accurately describes excess liability coverage?
• What is the maximum amount the insurer will pay under the outdoor property coverage extension of the Businessowners Policy?
• What is the maximum amount an insured can collect for debris removal under the HO 00 03?
• Which aspect of bond underwriting assesses the creditworthiness of the applicant?
• Under the Dwelling Policy, which is applicable for personal property replacement?
• What does a combined ratio under 100 indicate for an insurance company?
• Why is understanding 'capacity' important in bond underwriting?
• Can the coinsurance requirement be waived by the insured?
• Excess coverage applies to a loss only after which type of coverage?
• When must the notice of aftermarket crash parts be given to the insured?
• How many aggregate limits does the Commercial General Liability Policy include?
• The Supplemental Payments under Part A - Liability Coverage of the Personal Auto Policy provides what amount for loss of earnings?
• What is the notice period for cancellation under a Homeowners Policy for material misrepresentation?
• Which agency administers the National Flood Insurance Program?
• Which component is vital when analyzing an applicant's 'character'?
• Which of the following is a fundamental principle of bond underwriting?
• Stacking applies to which types of coverage?
• What type of liability is imposed regardless of fault or negligence?
• Within how many days must a proof of loss be filed after an insurer's request for a property policy claim?
• What is the function of the Extended Coverage endorsement in the Dwelling Policy?
• Under what condition do insurers typically consider a risk to be 'unacceptable'?
• Field underwriting is primarily a responsibility of which professional?
• What type of hazard is exemplified by carelessness?
• Which risk classification encompasses activities that can lead to either a gain or a loss?
• What does the No Benefit to Bailee provision imply?
• What basis is property covered under the Scheduled Personal Property Endorsement of the Homeowners Policy?