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Assignment:
1. In "N.J. Boardwalk Fire Blamed on Old Wiring Damaged by Hurricane Sandy",
a. How and when could this fire have been prevented?
b. What risk management technique could have been put to use more effectively?
2. "In Study, Texting Lifts Crash Risk by Large Margin" by Matt Richtel
A. What should states do to discourage texting while driving?
B. If Americans know that it is dangerous to text and drive, why do they do it?
3. Shirley's Clothes Shop decides to open a store in a strip mall on Cottman Avenue in thenortheast part of Philadelphia. You are a risk consultant. You are asked to advise Shirley whatrisks the store may face. Describe four loss exposures the store will face. Consider anyexposures discussed in class or in the text so far.
4. In the article, "Arranging Insurance for Health Clubs", answer these questions:
a. How is the membership agreement provided to customers a potential risk management tool for a health club?
b. How do most clubs handle the risk presented by children of members who may be present in the club while their parents exercise?