CA Study Guide 2026

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📋 CA Exam Format at a Glance

100
Questions
150 min
Time Limit
70.00%
Passing Score

📚 CA Topics to Study (69)

✍️ Sample CA Questions & Answers

1. What is a 'consent to settle' clause and how does it affect the adjuster's negotiation authority?
✓ It requires the insurer to obtain the insured's approval before settling a third-party claim

A consent to settle clause prevents the insurer from settling a claim without the insured's agreement, which can complicate or delay negotiations.

2. A claims adjuster uses a mobile app to capture photos of vehicle damage that automatically sync to the claim file. This integration is an example of:
✓ Real-time data synchronization between a mobile device and the claims management system

Real-time synchronization pushes field-captured photos instantly to the cloud-based claims file, eliminating manual upload steps and reducing processing delays.

3. A property with matching crown molding throughout is damaged in one room. The principle requiring the repaired area to match the whole is called:
✓ Uniformity repair standard

The uniformity repair standard requires that repaired or replaced elements match the undamaged portions in quality, color, and design.

4. Under California law, the insured must be made whole before the insurer can exercise subrogation rights. This is known as the:
✓ Made whole doctrine

California's made whole doctrine requires that the insured fully recover all their losses before the insurer can collect any subrogation recovery from the third-party proceeds.

5. What is the adjuster's obligation when they identify a potential excess exposure during active negotiations?
✓ Notify the insured and document the potential excess verdict so the insured can retain personal counsel

When a case has potential to exceed policy limits, the adjuster must promptly notify the insured of the excess exposure so they can seek independent representation.

6. What is the purpose of a feasibility study in Certified Adjuster Designation project planning?
✓ To determine if a project is viable and worth pursuing

A feasibility study evaluates whether a project is technically, financially, and operationally viable before committing resources.

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