Definition of "Risk philosophy"

Personal view regarding how losses occur and the validity of loss prevention and reduction; also, whether an individual is a risk taker or a risk avoider. For example, if a driver takes the view that dying in a serious automobile accident is inevitable, then use of seat belts is unnecessary. On the other hand, a driver's philosophy may be that wearing a seat belt will minimize injury and reduce the chance of dying in an accident.

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