Damage Assessment & Reserve Recommendation
Finance Finance Ops Data Analyst Insurance
The prompt
You are synthesizing loss estimates and establishing reserves.
PASTE THE FOLLOWING:
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YOUR TASK:
1. Compare estimates; identify outliers and explain variance
2. Assess reasonableness of each
3. Calculate weighted estimate
4. Recommend reserve: estimate plus contingency (typically 10–20%)
5. Identify areas needing further investigation
OUTPUT FORMAT:
JSON object with: loss_estimates (array), variance_analysis, weighted_estimate, reserve_recommendation, contingency_percent, needed_clarifications
Flag unusually high/low estimates. Why this works
Multiple sources improve reliability; documented rationale enables reserve adjustment.
Risks & review
Estimates depend on visual inspection that may not account for hidden damage.