SOFE SOFA-CFE Exam - Topic 6 Question 79 Discussion

Actual exam question for SOFE's SOFA-CFE exam

Question #: 79
Topic #: 6

SAP, an insurance company is given an option of recognizing salvage and subrogation upon receipt or accruing the estimated amount of salvage and subrogation related to ultimate claim costs by reducing the related reserves.

ATrue

BFalse

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Suggested Answer: B

by Theodora at Dec 27, 2023, 08:56 PM

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Lisha

3 months ago

I’m not so sure about that, sounds risky to me.

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Nadine

3 months ago

Definitely true, it's a common practice in the industry.

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Tanja

3 months ago

Wait, can they really do that? Seems odd.

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Emelda

4 months ago

Totally agree, it makes sense to accrue it.

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Lacresha

4 months ago

I think it's true, they can choose how to recognize it.

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Laticia

4 months ago

I thought it was False since I believe there are specific guidelines on when to recognize salvage and subrogation.

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Hermila

4 months ago

I recall that accruing the estimated amount is often preferred, but I can't remember if it applies here.

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Helaine

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like we practiced a similar question where the timing of recognition was key.

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Glory

5 months ago

I think the answer might be True because I remember discussing how companies can choose to recognize salvage and subrogation in different ways.

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Merlyn

5 months ago

This question is testing my knowledge of insurance accounting principles. I'll need to rely on my course notes to guide me.

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Brynn

5 months ago

I'm confident I know the right answer, but I want to double-check my understanding before submitting.

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Kiley

5 months ago

Okay, let me break this down step-by-step. The key is understanding the impact on the related reserves.

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Shanda

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the difference between recognizing salvage and subrogation upon receipt versus accruing the estimated amount. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Belen

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward, I think I can handle it.

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Jannette

5 months ago

I'm a little confused by all the different environment names and deployment options. Can someone walk me through this step-by-step? I want to make sure I understand the right approach before I select an answer.

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Haydee

5 months ago

This looks straightforward. I'll focus on the key attack simulations mentioned in the question - brute-force password, password-spray, and display name spear-phishing.

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An

5 months ago

I'm a bit confused about the differences between the various property category options. I'll need to take some time to refresh my memory on the details.

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Galen

9 months ago

I'd have to go with B) False on this one. Accruing the estimated amount sounds like the more efficient and organized approach. Plus, it'll keep the bean counters happy!

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Cyril

9 months ago

B) False, all the way! I mean, who wants to deal with the hassle of tracking down every single salvage and subrogation payment? Accruing the estimated amount is the way to go, like a boss!

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Edgar

8 months ago

A) True

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Ressie

8 months ago

B) False, all the way! I mean, who wants to deal with the hassle of tracking down every single salvage and subrogation payment? Accruing the estimated amount is the way to go, like a boss!

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Trevor

8 months ago

B) False, all the way! I mean, who wants to deal with the hassle of tracking down every single salvage and subrogation payment? Accruing the estimated amount is the way to go, like a boss!

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Iraida

9 months ago

B) False

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Scarlet

9 months ago

B) False

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Jovita

9 months ago

A) True

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Phil

9 months ago

A) True

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Buddy

10 months ago

Ah, the age-old question of 'to accrue or not to accrue?' I'll have to go with B) False on this one. It's better to be proactive than reactive, especially in the insurance world.

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Onita

10 months ago

I'm pretty sure the correct answer is B) False. Accruing the estimated amount seems like a more prudent approach for the insurance company.

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Deeann

9 months ago

Actually, the correct answer is B) False. Accruing the estimated amount is the more prudent approach.

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Tawna

9 months ago

I agree with you, it's A) True. It's an option for the insurance company.

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Nadine

9 months ago

I think the answer is A) True. The company can recognize salvage and subrogation upon receipt.

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Salome

10 months ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'd go with B) False, as it makes more sense to accrue the estimated amount of salvage and subrogation rather than waiting for the actual receipt.

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Ilda

9 months ago

That's a good point, but accruing the estimated amount can also help in better financial planning and management.

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Annelle

9 months ago

But wouldn't waiting for the actual receipt provide a more accurate representation of the company's finances?

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Alpha

10 months ago

I agree with you, it does make sense to accrue the estimated amount to reflect the true financial position.

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Johnna

10 months ago

I think it's A) True, because recognizing salvage and subrogation upon receipt is a common practice in insurance companies.

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Shoshana

10 months ago

I see your point, but I think it's A) True because recognizing salvage and subrogation upon receipt can provide a more accurate financial picture.

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Valentin

10 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is B) False.

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Shoshana

10 months ago

I think the answer is A) True.

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Marshall

11 months ago

I think it's true because recognizing salvage and subrogation upon receipt can help in accurately reflecting the financial position of the insurance company.

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Annett

11 months ago

B) False

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Marshall

11 months ago

A) True

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