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Risk transfer through risk pooling is called:

1. Hedging
2. Diversification
3. insurance
4. Securitization

Correct answer: insurance

Solution

Insurance is the classic risk transfer mechanism through risk pooling. Many individuals pay premiums; when one faces a loss, the pool compensates them. This is distinct from hedging (offsetting with opposite position) or diversification.

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