The Best Underwriting Performance Since 1936 in Terms of the Combined

question 39

Multiple Choice

The best underwriting performance since 1936 in terms of the combined ratio occurred during ________ for property and casualty insurers.

• A)1999 and 2000
• B)2001 and 2002
• C)2002 and 2003
• D)2004 and 2005
• E)2006 and 2007

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