Transcript Why do Actuary`s need Maths

Why do Actuaries Need
Maths?
By Sami Rahman
Introduction: What is an Actuary?
Google definition:
A person who compiles and analyses statistics and uses them to calculate
insurance risks and premiums.
An actuary might decide how much pension you will receive from the
government.
Why Do Actuaries Need Maths?
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An actuary will need to use maths to calculate various deals or special offers
at a store.
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An actuary needs maths to calculate probabilities. As an actuary you will face
lots of probability questions.
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They will also need to have good problem solving skills, as they will also face
a lot of problem solving.
How to Become an Actuary
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To become an actuary you need a good understanding of probability and
problem solving.
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A person will need an A- or higher (in maths) (they will also need to do well in
their other subjects) to become a potential candidate, at becoming an
actuary.
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You have to have an open mind about problems and can’t give up on them.
Problems an Actuary Might Face
Here are a few examples of what an Actuary might do:
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They work out how much an insurance company should charge for vehicle
insurance, looking at many factors such as the car that is being insured and
details about the driver.
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They work out how much an insurance company should charge for
homeowners insurance, considering a number of factors such as where the
home is located.
Problems an Actuary Might Face: Example Question
A tour operator has a bus that can hold 20 tourists. The operator knows that
tourists may not show up, so he sells 21 tickets. The probability that a single
tourist will not show up is 0.02. Each ticket costs £50. Tickets are non-refundable
if a tourist fails to show up. If a tourist shows up and a seat is not available, the
tour operator has to pay £100 (ticket cost + £50 penalty) to the tourist. What is
the expected income of the tour operator?
Answer= £985
Famous Actuaries
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Anette Norberg [no picture found]
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Ben Stiller (not the actor)[no picture found]
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Edward Norton (not the actor)[no picture found]
The End
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