AD Banker Comprehensive Practice Exam

Which of these is a Mandatory Uniform Provision?

1. Illegal Occupation

2. Conformity with State Statutes

3. Misstatement of Age

4. Legal Actions

The correct answer is: Legal Actions

In the context of insurance policies, "Mandatory Uniform Provisions" are clauses that must be included in every policy as established by law to protect policyholders. The provision regarding "Legal Actions" is considered mandatory because it outlines the timeframe and circumstances under which a policyholder can bring legal action against an insurer. This provision generally states that legal action cannot be initiated until a certain period has elapsed after a loss occurs or after the insurer has waived or denied a claim. This serves to ensure that insurance companies have a clear timeline for handling claims and protects both the insurer and the insured by providing certainty and consistency in the process. The other options, while they may be relevant to specific insurance policies, are not mandatory provisions that must be included in every contract. For instance, "Illegal Occupation" refers to a specific exclusion that may or may not be present depending on the nature of the policy. "Conformity with State Statutes" and "Misstatement of Age" are also important but do not carry the same level of obligation to be included across all types of insurance contracts as "Legal Actions" does.