[OKLAHOMA ADJUSTER LICENSE PRACTICE EXAM] COMPLETE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS | 2026–2027
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1. What is the primary responsibility of an insurance adjuster during a claim investigation?
A. Maximize company profits
B. Deny questionable claims immediately
C. Determine coverage, liability, and damages fairly
D. Negotiate policy renewals
Correct Answer: C. Determine coverage, liability, and damages fairly
Rationale:
An adjuster must conduct an objective investigation to determine coverage, liability, and the
amount of loss. Profit generation and policy sales are not part of the adjuster's primary claims
responsibilities.
2. Which document establishes the contractual agreement between an insurer and the
insured?
A. Insurance policy
B. Claim file
C. Loss notice
D. Proof of loss
Correct Answer: A. Insurance policy
Rationale:
The insurance policy contains the legal terms, conditions, exclusions, and coverage obligations
agreed upon by both parties. Other documents are generated after a loss occurs.
3. An adjuster receives a claim involving a covered peril. What should be reviewed first?
A. Marketing materials
B. Applicable policy provisions
C. Social media comments
D. Agent commission records
Correct Answer: B. Applicable policy provisions
Rationale:
Coverage determination begins with policy language. Adjusters must review relevant provisions,
exclusions, endorsements, and conditions before evaluating damages.
,4. Which principle requires both parties to act honestly during an insurance transaction?
A. Indemnity
B. Contribution
C. Utmost good faith
D. Subrogation
Correct Answer: C. Utmost good faith
Rationale:
Utmost good faith requires truthful disclosure and honest conduct by both insurer and insured
throughout the insurance relationship.
5. A claimant reports a loss two days after a windstorm. What is generally the adjuster's next
step?
A. Close the file
B. Request immediate litigation
C. Conduct a preliminary investigation
D. Issue payment without review
Correct Answer: C. Conduct a preliminary investigation
Rationale:
An initial investigation helps verify facts, determine coverage issues, and establish an action plan
before claim resolution.
6. What is the purpose of a deductible?
A. Increase claim frequency
B. Eliminate underwriting
C. Reduce insurer participation entirely
D. Require the insured to share part of the loss
Correct Answer: D. Require the insured to share part of the loss
Rationale:
Deductibles help reduce small claims and encourage risk sharing between the insured and
insurer.
7. Which term refers to the direct cause that sets a loss in motion?
A. Salvage
B. Proximate cause
C. Coinsurance
D. Arbitration
Correct Answer: B. Proximate cause
Rationale:
Proximate cause is the dominant cause that initiates a sequence of events leading to a loss.
, 8. During a property inspection, an adjuster notices additional damage not reported initially.
What is the best action?
A. Ignore it
B. Remove it from documentation
C. Document and investigate it
D. Immediately deny the claim
Correct Answer: C. Document and investigate it
Rationale:
Adjusters should thoroughly document all observed damages and determine whether they are
related to the reported loss.
9. Which type of loss payment restores the insured to approximately the same financial
position as before the loss?
A. Indemnification
B. Profit sharing
C. Underwriting
D. Reinsurance
Correct Answer: A. Indemnification
Rationale:
Indemnity seeks to compensate for covered losses without allowing the insured to profit from
the event.
10. What is the primary purpose of claim documentation?
A. Increase premiums
B. Support claim decisions
C. Replace underwriting files
D. Advertise insurance products
Correct Answer: B. Support claim decisions
Rationale:
Proper documentation provides evidence supporting coverage determinations, liability
evaluations, and settlement decisions.
11. A reservation of rights letter is generally used when:
A. Coverage questions exist
B. Payment has been finalized
C. The claim is withdrawn
D. No investigation is needed
Correct Answer: A. Coverage questions exist
Rationale:
EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS | 2026–2027
LATEST UPDATE | GUARANTEED PASS | DETAILED RATIONALES
| FULL STUDY GUIDE | EXAM PREP | PRACTICE TEST |
CERTIFICATION PREPARATION
1. What is the primary responsibility of an insurance adjuster during a claim investigation?
A. Maximize company profits
B. Deny questionable claims immediately
C. Determine coverage, liability, and damages fairly
D. Negotiate policy renewals
Correct Answer: C. Determine coverage, liability, and damages fairly
Rationale:
An adjuster must conduct an objective investigation to determine coverage, liability, and the
amount of loss. Profit generation and policy sales are not part of the adjuster's primary claims
responsibilities.
2. Which document establishes the contractual agreement between an insurer and the
insured?
A. Insurance policy
B. Claim file
C. Loss notice
D. Proof of loss
Correct Answer: A. Insurance policy
Rationale:
The insurance policy contains the legal terms, conditions, exclusions, and coverage obligations
agreed upon by both parties. Other documents are generated after a loss occurs.
3. An adjuster receives a claim involving a covered peril. What should be reviewed first?
A. Marketing materials
B. Applicable policy provisions
C. Social media comments
D. Agent commission records
Correct Answer: B. Applicable policy provisions
Rationale:
Coverage determination begins with policy language. Adjusters must review relevant provisions,
exclusions, endorsements, and conditions before evaluating damages.
,4. Which principle requires both parties to act honestly during an insurance transaction?
A. Indemnity
B. Contribution
C. Utmost good faith
D. Subrogation
Correct Answer: C. Utmost good faith
Rationale:
Utmost good faith requires truthful disclosure and honest conduct by both insurer and insured
throughout the insurance relationship.
5. A claimant reports a loss two days after a windstorm. What is generally the adjuster's next
step?
A. Close the file
B. Request immediate litigation
C. Conduct a preliminary investigation
D. Issue payment without review
Correct Answer: C. Conduct a preliminary investigation
Rationale:
An initial investigation helps verify facts, determine coverage issues, and establish an action plan
before claim resolution.
6. What is the purpose of a deductible?
A. Increase claim frequency
B. Eliminate underwriting
C. Reduce insurer participation entirely
D. Require the insured to share part of the loss
Correct Answer: D. Require the insured to share part of the loss
Rationale:
Deductibles help reduce small claims and encourage risk sharing between the insured and
insurer.
7. Which term refers to the direct cause that sets a loss in motion?
A. Salvage
B. Proximate cause
C. Coinsurance
D. Arbitration
Correct Answer: B. Proximate cause
Rationale:
Proximate cause is the dominant cause that initiates a sequence of events leading to a loss.
, 8. During a property inspection, an adjuster notices additional damage not reported initially.
What is the best action?
A. Ignore it
B. Remove it from documentation
C. Document and investigate it
D. Immediately deny the claim
Correct Answer: C. Document and investigate it
Rationale:
Adjusters should thoroughly document all observed damages and determine whether they are
related to the reported loss.
9. Which type of loss payment restores the insured to approximately the same financial
position as before the loss?
A. Indemnification
B. Profit sharing
C. Underwriting
D. Reinsurance
Correct Answer: A. Indemnification
Rationale:
Indemnity seeks to compensate for covered losses without allowing the insured to profit from
the event.
10. What is the primary purpose of claim documentation?
A. Increase premiums
B. Support claim decisions
C. Replace underwriting files
D. Advertise insurance products
Correct Answer: B. Support claim decisions
Rationale:
Proper documentation provides evidence supporting coverage determinations, liability
evaluations, and settlement decisions.
11. A reservation of rights letter is generally used when:
A. Coverage questions exist
B. Payment has been finalized
C. The claim is withdrawn
D. No investigation is needed
Correct Answer: A. Coverage questions exist
Rationale:
