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How to buy car insurance
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  • 1. What is the primary purpose of car insurance?
A) Financial protection in case of an accident.
B) To make your car look nicer.
C) To avoid traffic tickets.
D) To increase your car's resale value.
  • 2. What type of coverage is legally required in most states?
A) Liability coverage.
B) Collision coverage.
C) Gap insurance.
D) Comprehensive coverage.
  • 3. What does liability coverage protect you from?
A) Theft of your car.
B) Natural disasters.
C) Damage or injuries you cause to others.
D) Damage to your own car.
  • 4. What does collision coverage cover?
A) Theft of your car.
B) Damage to your car from an accident.
C) Medical bills from an accident.
D) Damage to someone else's car.
  • 5. What does comprehensive coverage protect you from?
A) Damage to your car from an accident.
B) Damage to your car from non-accident events (e.g., theft, vandalism).
C) Damage you cause to others.
D) Mechanical failures.
  • 6. What is a deductible?
A) The total cost of your insurance policy.
B) The insurance company's profit margin.
C) The amount you pay monthly for insurance.
D) The amount you pay out-of-pocket before insurance covers the rest.
  • 7. A higher deductible usually means...
A) Faster claim processing.
B) More coverage.
C) Lower monthly premiums.
D) Higher monthly premiums.
  • 8. What is an insurance premium?
A) The insurance company's legal fees.
B) The total cost of repairing your car.
C) The amount you pay out-of-pocket in an accident.
D) The regular payment you make for insurance coverage.
  • 9. What is an insurance claim?
A) A discount offered by the insurance company.
B) A request to your insurance company for compensation after a covered event.
C) A sales pitch from an insurance agent.
D) A legal document required to register your car.
  • 10. What factors affect your car insurance rates?
A) The number of passengers you usually carry.
B) Age, driving history, and type of car.
C) The color of your car.
D) Your favorite sports team.
  • 11. What is uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage?
A) Protects your car if it's damaged by a hailstorm.
B) Covers the cost of renting a car after an accident.
C) Protects you if you're hit by a driver with little or no insurance.
D) Provides free roadside assistance.
  • 12. What is gap insurance?
A) Covers the cost of legal fees after an accident.
B) Covers the difference between what you owe on your car and its actual value.
C) Covers medical expenses after an accident.
D) Covers the cost of repairs to your home after a car accident.
  • 13. What is the first step you should take after an accident?
A) Admit fault to the other driver.
B) Leave the scene if the damage is minor.
C) Ensure everyone's safety and call the police if necessary.
D) Immediately call your insurance company.
  • 14. What information should you exchange with the other driver after an accident?
A) Their medical history.
B) Name, contact information, and insurance details.
C) Their social security number.
D) Their bank account information.
  • 15. How can you lower your car insurance rates?
A) Lie about your age and driving history.
B) Buy a more expensive car.
C) Improve your driving record and increase your deductible.
D) Drive without insurance for a period of time.
  • 16. What is a 'no-fault' insurance state?
A) Drivers are never at fault in an accident.
B) Each driver's insurance pays for their own injuries, regardless of fault.
C) Insurance is not required in that state.
D) The insurance company always pays for all damages.
  • 17. Why is it important to compare car insurance quotes from multiple companies?
A) Comparing quotes is a waste of time.
B) All insurance companies offer the exact same rates and coverage.
C) Rates and coverage options can vary significantly.
D) The first quote you receive is always the best.
  • 18. What does 'full coverage' car insurance typically include?
A) Liability, collision, and comprehensive coverage.
B) Only collision coverage.
C) Only liability coverage.
D) Only comprehensive coverage.
  • 19. What is SR-22 insurance?
A) A discount offered to senior citizens.
B) A type of insurance that covers racing events.
C) A special type of insurance for sports cars.
D) A certificate of financial responsibility required for high-risk drivers.
  • 20. What does usage-based insurance (UBI) track?
A) The location of your car at all times.
B) The type of music you listen to in your car.
C) Your driving habits (e.g., speed, mileage, braking).
D) The number of passengers in your car.
  • 21. What is the purpose of a car insurance declaration page?
A) It's a detailed repair estimate for your car.
B) It's a legal document that proves you own your car.
C) It's a marketing brochure from the insurance company.
D) It summarizes your coverage, limits, and policy period.
  • 22. What is diminishing deductible?
A) A deductible that is only for damage from hail.
B) A deductible that increases over time.
C) A type of deductible that doesn't require payment.
D) A deductible that decreases over time for safe driving.
  • 23. What is rental reimbursement coverage?
A) Coverage that pays for your tolls.
B) Coverage that pays for your monthly car payment.
C) Coverage that pays for your fuel expenses.
D) Coverage that pays for a rental car while your car is being repaired.
  • 24. What is MedPay?
A) Coverage that pays for medical expenses after an accident, regardless of fault.
B) Coverage that pays for towing your car.
C) Coverage that pays for car repairs after an accident, regardless of fault.
D) Coverage that pays legal fees.
  • 25. What does 'actual cash value' (ACV) mean?
A) The current market value of a new item.
B) The original purchase price of an item.
C) The replacement cost of an item minus depreciation.
D) The insurance company's estimated profit.
  • 26. What does 'replacement cost' mean?
A) The original purchase price of an item.
B) The cost to repair a damaged item.
C) The cost to replace an item with a new one, without deducting for depreciation.
D) The discounted price of a used item.
  • 27. What is a car insurance 'rider' or 'endorsement'?
A) An addition to your policy that modifies coverage.
B) A type of car you can only insure with a specific company.
C) The expiration date of your car insurance policy.
D) A free gift you get when you buy insurance.
  • 28. What is PIP (Personal Injury Protection)?
A) It covers legal fees if you are sued after an accident.
B) It only covers damages you cause to other drivers.
C) It covers medical expenses and lost wages for you and your passengers after an accident, regardless of fault.
D) It only covers damage to your vehicle.
  • 29. What is the difference between a 'named driver' and an 'excluded driver'?
A) There is no difference; the terms are interchangeable.
B) A named driver is someone who has caused accidents; an excluded driver is a safe driver.
C) A named driver is covered by the policy; an excluded driver is not.
D) A named driver owns the car; an excluded driver is just borrowing it.
  • 30. What is 'stacking' car insurance?
A) Buying multiple insurance policies from different companies.
B) Combining coverage limits from multiple vehicles on a single policy to increase the amount available in case of an accident.
C) Adding extra features to your car to make it safer.
D) Filing multiple claims for the same accident.
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