Acts of God and Man

Acts of God and Man
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Publisher : Columbia University Press
Total Pages : 304
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ISBN-13 : 9780231153669
ISBN-10 : 023115366X
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Book Synopsis Acts of God and Man by : Michael R. Powers

Download or read book Acts of God and Man written by Michael R. Powers and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title examines traditional insurance risks such as earthquakes, storms, terrorist attacks, and other disasters. It begins with a discussion of how the risk of such 'acts of God and men' impact on our lives, health, and possessions. It then proceeds to introduce the statistical techniques necessary for analysing these uncertainties. The book guides readers through the methods available for identifying and measuring such risks, financing their consequences, and forecasting their future behaviour (within the limits of science).


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