Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Use of Retention

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the use of retention is (are) true?
I.Retention is best used for loss exposures that have a low frequency and a high severity.
II.A financially strong firm can have a higher retention level than a firm whose financial position is weak.

• A)I only
• B)II only
• C)both I and II
• D)neither I nor II

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GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, a set of accounting standards and procedures used in the U.S. to govern financial reporting and ensure consistency.

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