Texas Life Agent Practice Exam

Why is group insurance preferred in some cases of Credit Life insurance?

1. It reduces individual premiums

2. It simplifies the administration process

3. It guarantees coverage regardless of health status

4. It is the only available option in Texas

The correct answer is: It reduces individual premiums

Group insurance is often preferred in the context of Credit Life insurance primarily because it reduces individual premiums. When insurance is provided on a group basis, the risk is spread across a larger pool of participants. This distribution of risk typically leads to lower overall costs per individual, as the pooling effect can allow the insurance provider to offer more competitive rates than would be available for individual policies. Additionally, in group insurance settings, such as those involving Credit Life insurance that is often offered through lenders or financial institutions, individuals may not need to undergo individual underwriting processes. This can also contribute to direct cost savings, as administrative expenses are lowered when managing a single group plan instead of multiple individual policies. While group insurance may indeed simplify the administration process and provide some degree of guarantee regarding coverage, those aspects are secondary to the significant financial advantage of reduced premiums for individual members of the group.