CAADE Total Loss and Valuation 2

Question 1

A vehicle's actual cash value (ACV) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The fair market value of the vehicle immediately before the loss

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The original purchase price minus depreciation

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The cost to replace the vehicle with a new one of the same make and model

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The insured's stated value on the policy declarations page

Question 2

Which of the following is considered a market-based method for determining ACV?

Accepted Answer

Using comparable sales from dealer listings and auction data

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Applying a straight-line depreciation schedule

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Calculating replacement cost minus physical depreciation

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Referencing the vehicle's original invoice price

Question 3

Under the 'total loss threshold' concept, a vehicle is typically declared a total loss when:

Accepted Answer

Repair costs plus salvage value exceed or equal the vehicle's ACV

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The vehicle has sustained any airbag deployment

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The frame has been compromised in any way

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The vehicle cannot be driven under its own power

Question 4

A 'constructive total loss' differs from an 'actual total loss' in that:

Accepted Answer

The vehicle is economically impractical to repair but physically could be repaired

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The vehicle is completely destroyed versus being repairable

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The vehicle is submerged in water versus damaged by fire

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The vehicle is stolen versus physically damaged

Question 5

When using guidebook values (e.g., NADA, Kelley Blue Book) in ACV determination, which condition adjustment is most critical?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle's actual condition relative to the 'average' condition assumed by the guide

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The vehicle's color and trim level only

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The vehicle's mileage only, with no other adjustments needed

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The number of previous owners listed on the title

Question 6

Which of the following best describes 'betterment' in a total loss settlement?

Accepted Answer

A deduction applied when parts replaced were worn and the new parts improve the vehicle's condition

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The increase in vehicle value after repairs are completed

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An allowance added to ACV for recent improvements to the vehicle

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The difference between ACV and replacement cost coverage

Question 7

In a total loss settlement, 'salvage retention' means the insured:

Accepted Answer

Keeps the damaged vehicle and receives a reduced settlement equal to ACV minus salvage value

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Receives the full ACV and signs the title over to the insurer

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Retains the right to contest the ACV determination

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Keeps the vehicle registration for a new replacement vehicle