An insurance company’s projected loss ratio is 79.53 percent, and its loss adjustment expense ratio is 7.51 percent. It estimates that commission payments and dividends to policyholders will add another 13.96 percent. What is the minimum yield on investments required in order to maintain a positive operating ratio? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answers to 2 decimal places. (e.g., 32.16))

An insurance company’s projected loss ratio is 79.53 percent, and its loss adjustment expense ratio is 7.51 percent. It estimates that commission payments and dividends to policyholders will add another 13.96 percent. What is the minimum yield on investments required in order to maintain a positive operating ratio? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answers to 2 decimal places. (e.g., 32.16))

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

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Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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