AZ State Requirements Practice Flashcards

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Where must an insurance producer keep usual and customary records that pertain to transactions under their license?

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At there Principle Place of Business

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An individual may be fined $10,000 if they fail to comply to the ______ __________ ______.

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Cyber Security Rules

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What does The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 prohibit?

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The act bars the use of genetic information in health insurance unless the applicant signs a waiver.
This means it prohibits group health plans and health insurers from denying coverage/charging higher premiums to a healthy individual based on a predisposition to developing a disease in the future.

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If a loss occurs as a result of domestic violence by one insured against another, what does The Arizona Changes Endorsement to a BOP package allow?

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The endorsement allows the insurer to pay the victimized party IF they cooperate and had no part in creating the loss.

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How is an earned premium resulting from the cancellation of a policy calculated?

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It is calculated on a Pro-Rata Basis, based on the previous year’s rate.

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Misleading or failing to adequately disclose the title and true nature of a policy offered to a client is an act of _________________ or ________.

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Misrepresentation or fraud

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What happens if the insured and insurer DON”T agree on the amount of a loss?

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An appraiser chosen by each party will choose an umpire.
The three-person panel will decide the value of the loss.

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Making a statement that is false or maliciously critical of the financial condition of an insurer is known as _____________.

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Defamation

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A personal lines policy that has been in affect for 60 days cannot be canceled if…

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… there is a determination by the director of insurance, that the continuation of the policy will add to the reserve requirement of the insurer is a positive outcome, not a negative one.

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How many years must an insurer store advertising materials and records?

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At least 3 years.

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What does The Amendment Policy Provisions Endorsement (PP 01 67) for Arizona state about the loss of vehicle use?

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The cost to rent a car is an inherent aspect of the costs caused by loss of the use of ones vehicle.

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What is the purpose of a Cybersecurity Policy?

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To protect informational systems, producers, brokers, and insurance companies!!
It is approved by a senior officer, addressing policies and procedures for te protection of its information systems and non-public information.

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What does a licensee/applicant, who is ordered into active duty military service, HAVE TO SEND to the department if they are requesting their license/application be placed on inactive status?

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They have to send a “written statement”.

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When is a producer required to give a disclosure notice about information practices to an applicant or proposed insured?

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Prior to the time of signing the application!!

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Premiums for each month of coverage may be due and payable not more than ____ days before the month of coverage.

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Thirty!

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Which endorsement assures that a homeowners policy provisions conform to the specifics of Arizona’s insurance code?

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Special Provisions (HO 01 02)

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If a consumer has recently been denied insurance based on an unfavorable consumer report, they must be advised based on what statute/act?

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The Fair Credit Reporting Act

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No employee/dependent shall be entitled to receive compensation for disability from an occupational disease if…

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… the disability was caused by the willful misconduct, self-exposure, or disobedience to such reasonable rules and regulations, adopted by the employer.

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When is it acceptable to charge or receive a fee/service charge in addition to the premium in connection with the transaction of insurance?

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If the amount of the fee/service charge is reasonably related to the cost of the service.

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What year was the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act established?

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the MHPAEA was established in 2008.

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Based on The Telemarketing Sales rule, what times can a telemarketer not call you??

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Telemarketers cannot call you before 8am or after 9pm!

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How many times in a 12-month period can an applicant attempt the insurance licensing exam?

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They can take the exam 4 times, but if they fail all four times they have to wait another year before they are eligible again.

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What is a certificate of authority?

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The written document given by a state’s department of insurance, authorizes an insurance company to sell insurance in that state.

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If a producer surrenders their license, how long must they wait to re-apply for that license?

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They cannot reapply for One Year after the date of surrender.

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What is a boycott?
The refusal of doing business with an individual or business.
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Volunteer works of a county, city or town or other political subdivision may be deemed...
Employees and are entitled to workers' compensation benefits up to $400/month.
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Splitting the commission with the buyer on a sake of insurance is known as _________.
Rebating - which is illegal.
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An insured's statement of a policy's benefits which is to be used in marketing materials is called a _____________.
Testimony.
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Every producer licensed in Arizona must notify the Director within how many business days of any change of residential, business or email address?
30 days.
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What is unlawful to do for policy holders in the same risk classification?
It is unlawful to charge different premiums.
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The director does NOT have the authority to examine the business affairs and financial conditions of ________________?
Group Policy owners.
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What is the coverage territory of a personal automobile policy issued in Arizona?
In the United States and it's territories and Canada. ~NOT IN MEXICO~
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In Arizona, the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) consent form must do what?
The consent for must disclose who will be receiving a copy of the test.
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Within how many days must the Department of Insurance be notified if a licensee changes their name or address?
30 days.
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Attempting to defraud an insurer is...
... a felony Any person who does so is guilty of a Class 6 Felony and could be fined up to $5,000 per violation.
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If the policyholder elects not to renew any earned premium to be refunded is calculated based on...
... a pro-rata basis, based on the lower of the previous or current years rate.
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If an insured commits an act that results in an intentional loss, based on The Arizona Special Provisions Endorsement (DP 01 02), what will happen?
The insurer will not pay the claim.
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What is an insurable interest measured by?
The amount of damages the insured might occur.
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What is the best description of an applicant to the Arizona automobile insurance plan?
An applicant in good faith entitled to coverage, but unable to obtain coverage through ordinary methods.
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A certificate of authority is evidence that...
...specifies the type of business that the insurer can engage in.
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How many days must an insurer who issues a homeowners policy give the insured if it does not intend to renew the policy?
The insurer must give a 30-day notice.
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How old must a producer in Arizona?
At least 18 years old.
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False advertising of an insurance policy is considered __________.
Misrepresentation.
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A(n) ____________ company is licensed by the Department of Insurance to conduct bustiness in Arizona.
Authorized / Admitted
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An insured who has received a notice of cancellation has how many days to complain to the director?
10 days'
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An insurance binder can satisfy the _________ __ ___________ requirement.
Proof of insurance.
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What is the best definition of insurable interest?
An insurable interest means an economic interest in the safety or preservation of the subject of insurance.
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A(n) ____________ insurer operates in the U.S. but it is headquartered outside of the U.S.
Alien
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A producer who makes an agreement that unreasonably restrains the business of insurance may have violated regulations against ________, _________, and _____________.
Boycott, coercion and intimidation.
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How long must a producer maintain customer records for an insurance transaction?
3 years.
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What is The Subsequential Injury Fund?
A fund that helps previously injured employees get employment by assuring new employers that they will not bear the insurance costs of previous injuries.
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If a basic illustration is not provided, when MUST an insurer provide a policy summary to a prospective insured?
When the policy is delivered.
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What does a Commercial Property floater typically cover?
Equipment used for convention exhibits.
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Are motor vehicles designed for highway use covered under Inland Marine commercial floater risk coverage?
NO.
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A(n) _________ insurer restricts the exposure it writes, to those of its owners.
Captive insurer.
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How long can a temporary license be issued?
no longer than 180 days
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How many days before the effective date of nonrenewal must a notification for reasons other than nonpayment of premium be mailed?
45 days!
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A producer who attempts to intimidate is engaging in ________.
Coercion
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The Arizona Automobile Insurance Plan is best described as...
...A plan made up of all auto insurance carriers that provide insurance to individuals who cannot obtain coverage in the voluntary market.
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Who regulates the claims settlement practices of insurers?
The State Department of Insurance
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When the Director examines a producer's insurance records, the purpose will primarily be to determine...
...compliance with state insurance laws and regulations.
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What does a cease and desist order issued bt the Direct do?
It prohibits a specific practice listed in the order.
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The Arizona Life and Disability Guaranty Fund protects an insured in the event of...
... the insurer's insolvency.