Which situation best illustrates adverse selection in health insurance?

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An individual applies for major medical coverage after being diagnosed with a costly condition, knowing treatment is needed

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A healthy young adult applies for major medical coverage shortly after starting a new job

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An insurer charges higher premiums for riskier occupations, such as loggers

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An applicant truthfully discloses a history of smoking and is rated accordingly

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