Give an Example of Adverse Selection and an Example of Moral

question 15

Essay

Give an example of adverse selection and an example of moral hazard using homeowners insurance.

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Definitions:

Double Declining-balance

A method of accelerated depreciation where an asset’s value is reduced at double the rate of traditional straight-line depreciation.

Net Income

The resultant profit or loss after all expenses and incomes, including tax expenses have been accounted for, over a period.

Straight-line Method

An approach to determining depreciation by consistently allocating the expense of an asset throughout its expected life.

Residual Value

The estimated amount that an asset will be worth at the end of its useful life, often used in accounting for depreciation purposes.