Jennifer Bilek
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Word of the week #5
Word: actuarial
Source: Alonso-Zaldivar, R. (2008, Sept. 30). One-in-four chance McCain may not survive 2nd term. Associated press.
How it’s used: “It’s actuarial math.”
Definition: (Adj):
1: relating to statistical calculation especially of life expectancy.
2: a person who calculates insurance and annuity premiums, reserves, and dividends.
Your Sentence: When diagnosed with cancer, I asked the doctor how much longer I would live according to his actuarial expertise.
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