Writing PEA Paragraphs

• What does the 'Evidence' section in PEA require?

  Providing supporting details
• If the topic is "claim payments," what could be a main claim?

  How insurance companies handle payment requests
• If the Insured Item is a car, which Policy Type would be most relevant?


  Auto Policy
• If you had a source that was an authored narrative, how would you categorize the information it provides according to the image?


  Authored Narrative
• What are the different types of evidence based on the image?

  • Direct (relevant/explicit), Indirect (relevant/not explicit), Negative (relevant/not explicit)
• Which transition words can be used in a PEA paragraph?

  "Because" and "therefore"
• How can using different types of evidence strengthen an argument in a PEA paragraph?

  • Primary evidence is the strongest
  • Direct evidence provides explicit proof
  • Combining various evidence types enhances credibility
• Why is the Claim Coverage Reserve Adjustment important in the Claim Management process?

  It provides details on the reserve amount set aside to cover the claim, which is crucial for managing the financial aspects of the claim
• How is information judged according to the image?

  • By the informant's level of participation or knowledge
• What does the main claim represent in a PEA paragraph?

  What you want to prove about your topic
• How does the Claim Coverage Reserve Adjustment relate to the Claim Coverage section?

  • The Claim Coverage Reserve Adjustment is a sub-component of the Claim Coverage section
  • It provides details on the claim coverage reserve, including the adjustment reason and amount
• What are the three sections of the PEA structure?

  • Point: State your main idea
  • Evidence: Provide supporting details
  • Explanation: Analyze why evidence proves point
• What are the different types of records described in the image?

  Original Record, Derivative Record, Authored Narrative, Undetermined
• What is the first step to structure a PEA paragraph logically?

  Order ideas: Point, Evidence, Explanation
• What are the different types of sources of information?

  • Documents, registers, publications, artifacts, people, websites, etc.
• What is negative evidence?

  Absence of proof suggesting something didn't happen
• What is the formula to calculate the area of a circle?

  $A =$$\pi r^2$
• What does providing evidence mean in an argument?

  Sharing facts, data, or quotes
• What is direct evidence?

  Explicit proof such as numbers, names, and dates
• What is the purpose of the Claim Participant section?

  It provides information on the individuals involved in the claim, such as the Claimant and Witness
• What are the different types of information sources according to the image?

  Documents, registers, publications, artifacts, people, websites, etc.
• How do primary and secondary evidence differ?

  Primary is first-hand, while secondary is second-hand
• How does the image relate to claims in insurance?

  • Shows connection between claim events and payments
  • Claims are central topics in insurance
  • Specific claim payment processes are the main focus
• What is the purpose of the 'Point' section in PEA?

  To state your main idea
• How does the image differentiate between direct, indirect, and negative evidence?

  Direct evidence is relevant and explicit, indirect evidence is relevant but not explicit, and negative evidence is not relevant or explicit
• Why should transition words be used in a PEA paragraph?

  To connect different sections logically
• How do the different Client types (Business Client, Other Client, Consumer Client) relate to the overall insurance process?

  The different Client types represent the various stakeholders involved in the insurance process, each with their own unique information and requirements
• What are the different types of records according to the image?

  • Original Record, Derivative Record, Authored Narrative, Undetermined
• What is primary evidence?

  First-hand accounts like documents and interviews
• How does a supporting point help a claim?

  It helps readers understand why the claim is true
• Why is it important to include supporting points in an argument?

  They strengthen the argument and provide clarity
• What are the main components of the Claim Coverage section?

  • Claim Coverage Payment Adjustment
  • Claim Coverage Reserve Adjustment
• How should the three elements of PEA interact?

  They should flow together to form an argument
• Why is primary and direct evidence considered the strongest?

  They provide the most reliable and explicit proof
• How do the different Policy Types (Individual Life Policy, Auto Policy, Home Policy, etc.) relate to the overall Insurance Policy structure?

  • The various Policy Types represent different insurance products that can be covered under a single Insurance Policy
  • These Policy Types have their own unique attributes, such as Effective Date and Expiration Date, that are captured in the Insurance Policy information
• What are the steps to structure a PEA paragraph logically?

  1. Order ideas: Point, Evidence, Explanation
  2. Use transition words: "because," "therefore"
  3. Conclude by summarizing the relationship
• How does using concrete numbers in evidence strengthen an argument?

  It provides measurable support for the claim
• What is secondary evidence?

  Second-hand accounts like reports and biographies
• How is the Insured Item information used in the Claim Management process?

  • The Insured Item information, such as Asset Name and Customer Property, is used to identify the specific item covered by the insurance policy
  • This information is linked to the Claim to provide details on the insured item
• Why is providing evidence important in an argument?

  It makes your argument more believable