Exam FAM · ~15%
FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models
FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models is ~15% of the SOA Exam FAM — Fundamentals of Actuarial Mathematics (Exam FAM), administered by Society of Actuaries (SOA). It falls under the Finance & Accounting category.
Domain Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models |
| Exam | SOA Exam FAM — Fundamentals of Actuarial Mathematics (Exam FAM) |
| Domain Weight | ~15% |
| Governing Body | Society of Actuaries (SOA) |
| Available in App | Actuary Exam Prep: P FM FAM |
| Official Source | Society of Actuaries (SOA) official website ↗ |
Exam FAM FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models: FAQ
How much of the Exam FAM covers FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models?
FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models accounts for ~15% of the Exam FAM, which has 30 questions total. Society of Actuaries (SOA) publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 7 Exam FAM content areas.
What is the Exam FAM exam format and how does FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models fit in?
The Exam FAM has 7 content areas across 30 questions in 3 hours 30 minutes, with a passing score of 60% (scaled). FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models is content area 5 of 7 and carries ~15% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are FAM-L: Survival Models and Life Tables, FAM-L: Life Insurance Valuation, FAM-L: Life Annuities, FAM-L: Net Premiums and Reserves, FAM-S: Aggregate Loss Models, FAM-S: Coverage Modifications and Risk Measures.
How do I study for the FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models section of the Exam FAM?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Actuary Exam Prep: P FM FAM app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the Exam FAM and what is the passing score?
The Exam FAM consists of 30 questions in 3 hours 30 minutes, with a passing score of 60% (scaled). It is administered by Society of Actuaries (SOA) and the exam fee is $350. The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 7 content areas.
Where can I find official Society of Actuaries (SOA) resources for FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models?
The official source for Exam FAM content outlines and study resources is the Society of Actuaries (SOA) website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with Society of Actuaries (SOA). It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 30+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 7 content areas.
FAM-S: Frequency and Severity Models is a content area on the SOA Exam FAM — Fundamentals of Actuarial Mathematics (Exam FAM), a Finance & Accounting exam administered by Society of Actuaries (SOA). C3RT is not affiliated with Society of Actuaries (SOA). Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the Society of Actuaries (SOA) website.