Parker Department Stores Has Been Hurt in Recent Months by a Large

question 29

Multiple Choice

Parker Department Stores has been hurt in recent months by a large increase in shoplifting losses.Parker's risk manager concluded that while the frequency of shoplifting losses was high,the severity is still relatively low.What is (are) the appropriate risk management technique(s) to apply to this problem?

• A)retention
• B)loss prevention
• C)transfer through insurance
• D)avoidance

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Definitions:

Perpetuity

A financial instrument that provides a stream of indefinite cash flows, or payments, with no end date.

Interest Rate

Interest rate is the proportion of a loan that is charged as interest to the borrower, typically expressed as an annual percentage of the loan outstanding.

Nominal Rate

The stated interest rate on a loan or investment, not accounting for inflation or compounding of interest.

Compounded Monthly

A method of calculating interest where the accrued interest is added to the principal sum each month, leading to interest on interest.