MANAGEMENT

BUISENESS MANAGEMENT

RISK MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which technique for dealing with risk often involves the purchasing of insurance?
A
Risk transfer
B
Risk reduction
C
Risk retention
D
Risk avoidance
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Risk transfer refers to a risk management technique in which risk is transferred to a third party. In other words, risk transfer involves one party assuming the liabilities of another party. Purchasing insurance is a common example of transferring risk from an individual or entity to an insurance company.

Detailed explanation-2: -Risk transfer is a risk management and control strategy that involves the contractual shifting of a pure risk from one party to another. One example is the purchase of an insurance policy, by which a specified risk of loss is passed from the policyholder to the insurer.

Detailed explanation-3: -The use of health insurance is an example of transferring risk because the financial risks associated with health care are transferred from the individual to the insurer. Insurance companies assume the financial risk in exchange for a fee known as a premium and a documented contract between the insurer and individual.

Detailed explanation-4: -The most common way to transfer risk is through an insurance policy, where the insurance carrier assumes the defined risks for the policyholder in exchange for a fee, or insurance premium, and will cover the costs for worker injuries and property damage.

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