Insurance Companies Try to Mitigate the Problem of Adverse Selection

question 112

Multiple Choice

Insurance companies try to mitigate the problem of adverse selection by:

• A)asking potential customers questions to gain as much information as possible about the person's risk characteristics.
• B)charging a higher premium to groups with characteristics that correlate with risky behavior.
• C)charging a higher price to all individuals to counter the lack of information.
• D)All of these are true.

Recognize the role of genetic counseling and its importance for prospective parents.

Identify and explain common genetic disorders, including their inheritance patterns and impacts on health.

Understand the risks and outcomes of various prenatal and postnatal diagnostic procedures.

Comprehend the concepts of gene-environment interactions and their influence on development.

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