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1. The tendency of those in dangerous jobs or high risk lifestyles to get
life insurance.
2. A situation where sellers have information that buyers don't (or vice versa) about some aspect of product quality.
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In order to fight adverse selection, insurance companies try
to reduce exposure to large claims by limiting coverage or raising premiums. |
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