Free SOA Exam SRM (Statistics for Risk Modeling) Practice Questions
The entire SOA Exam SRM question bank is free: 1,028 practice questions on statistical learning and predictive modeling including linear models, decision trees, time series, and unsupervised learning. From FreeFellow, where 'free' is in the brand name. No trial, no signup to browse, no credit card.
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The Pearson residual for observation i in a GLM is defined as: rP,i=V(μ^i)yi−μ^i where V(μ^i) is the variance function of the assumed distribution evaluated at the fitted mean. This standardizes the raw residual by the expected standard deviation under the model.
Question 2
Medium
Random forests improve upon bagging by:
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Correct Answer: D
Solution
D is correct.
The key innovation of random forests over bagging is the random selection of a subset of mtry predictors at each split point. This prevents dominant predictors from being used in every tree, thereby reducing the correlation between trees. Since the variance of an average of correlated quantities depends on the correlation, decorrelation leads to greater variance reduction.
Question 3
Hard
In the bias-variance tradeoff, bias refers to:
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Correct Answer: E
Solution
E is correct.
Bias measures the systematic error introduced by the modeling assumptions. It is the difference between the expected prediction E[f^(x0)] (averaged over many training sets) and the true function value f(x0). A high-bias model makes strong assumptions that may not match the true relationship (underfitting).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many free Exam SRM practice questions does FreeFellow have?
FreeFellow currently offers 1028 free Exam SRM practice questions across 5 topics, each with a detailed step-by-step solution. Questions span three difficulty levels and are aligned to the 2026 syllabus. The question bank is updated regularly.
What Exam SRM topics are covered?
The questions cover 5 topics: Basics of Statistical Learning, Linear Models, Time Series Models, Decision Trees, Unsupervised Learning Techniques. Each topic page shows your progress and lets you filter by difficulty level. You can practice by topic to target your weak areas or take mixed-topic practice exams.
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What does the $79 Fellow tier unlock for Exam SRM?
Fellow ($39 per month or $79 per quarter, per track; the $199 annual is Fellow Plus) unlocks four things on top of the free tier: timed mock exams with weighted scoring that match the real exam blueprint, spaced-repetition flashcards built on memory science from cognitive psychology, topic-level practice to drill weak areas, performance analytics broken down by topic and difficulty, and a personalized study plan that adapts to your exam date. Everything else (questions, solutions, lessons) stays free.
How does FreeFellow compare to Coaching Actuaries, ASM, or TIA on price?
Traditional Exam SRM prep providers charge $200 to $3,500 for a single exam, paid upfront. FreeFellow keeps the question bank, written solutions, and lessons free forever. The optional Fellow tier is $79 per quarter (a small fraction of what the big providers charge) and adds mock exams, flashcards, analytics, and a study plan. You can pass Exam SRM entirely on the free tier.
How should I use FreeFellow to study for Exam SRM?
Start with topic-based practice to identify weak areas. As your exam date approaches, switch to timed practice exams under realistic conditions. The free tier gives you everything you need to build mastery; if you want pacing tools (mock exams, analytics, a study plan) and long-term retention aids (spaced-repetition flashcards), become a Fellow.
What is the Exam SRM pass rate?
The Exam SRM pass rate is approximately 50%, based on historical SOA data. Pass rates vary by sitting. The SOA publishes pass rate statistics after each exam window.
How many hours should I study for Exam SRM?
The SOA recommends 250 to 300 study hours for each preliminary exam. Candidates with strong mathematical backgrounds may need 150 to 200 hours, while those new to the material may need 300 to 350 hours. Consistent daily study over 10 to 14 weeks is more effective than cramming.
What calculator is allowed on Exam SRM?
The SOA permits a list of Texas Instruments models including the BA II Plus (and Professional), TI-30Xa, TI-30X II, TI-30XS and TI-30XB MultiView, and TI-36X Pro. Most candidates bring the TI-30XS MultiView for statistics-heavy exams and the BA II Plus where time-value-of-money work dominates (FM, FAM, ALTAM).
How is Exam SRM scored?
SOA preliminary exams are scored on a 0-10 scale, with 6 as the passing threshold. You receive a pass/fail result along with your numeric score. The exam uses multiple-choice questions and the score is based on the number of correct answers.
What is the Exam SRM exam format?
SOA preliminary exams are 3-hour, 30-question computer-based tests administered at Prometric testing centers. All questions are multiple choice. The exam is offered in multiple testing windows throughout the year.
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