Claire, Yvon's client, wants to make changes to her insurance portfolio. In addition to her group insurance, which provides coverage for twice her salary, she has a participating whole life policy, and a 20-year term insurance to cover her debts and provide financial protection for her son. She explains that her job has been abolished and that her employer plans to offer her something else in six months. For now, her budget is significantly affected and she also thinks she has too much insurance. She asks that Yvon cancel her insurance contracts until she starts her new job and to replace them with the least-expensive term insurance possible. Further to Claire's request, what should Yvon do?
Correct Answer: D
Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation From Exact Extract: The LLQP states that life insurance decisions must be based onupdated needs analysis, especially during life transitions. Whole life policies offercash values, dividends, and borrowing options, which may provide liquidity. Yvon should guide Claire withfinancial alternativesrather than cancelling valuable permanent coverage during temporary hardship.
Question 27
Paul is a self-employed props person in the film industry. A year ago, he purchased disability insurance with an accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) rider. During a film shoot, the wood floor of the film set catches fire due to his negligence and he loses sight in one eye. Hisdoctor prescribes complete rest for five months. How will the insurer compensate Paul under the circumstances?
Correct Answer: A
Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation: AD&D pays a lump sum for loss of sight in one eye (a scheduled loss), and disability insurance pays monthly benefits if Paul can't work (five months' rest) (Chapter 2:Insurance to Protect Income). Negligence isn't a standard exclusion unless specified. Option A: Correct; both benefits apply. Option B: Incorrect; monthly benefits aren't automatic. Option C: Incorrect; rest qualifies as disability. Option D: Incorrect; negligence isn't an exclusion. Reference: LLQP Accident and Sickness Insurance Manual, Chapter 2:Insurance to Protect Income.
Question 28
Valerie, age 42, recently left her job after 15 years of service. She participated in a defined contribution pension plan and had accumulated benefits amounting to $88,000, eligible for transfer into a registered contract. What must Valerie do with this money?
Correct Answer: D
Comprehensive and Detailed In-Depth Explanation: Pension funds from a defined contribution plan, upon leaving employment, must follow Quebec's Supplemental Pension Plans Act (SPPA) and federal tax rules. The $88,000 is "locked-in," meaning it cannot be cashed out and must be transferred to a Locked-In Retirement Account (LIRA) to preserve its pension status (SPPA,Section 98). A LIRA restricts access until retirement, when it must be converted into a life annuity or Life Income Fund (LIF) by December 31 of the year the holder turns 71 (Income Tax Act, Section 146). Option D correctly identifies the LIRA and LIF /annuity options. Option A (RRSP) applies to non-locked-in funds, not pension benefits. Option B's "RRIF" is incorrect, as locked-in funds use a LIF in Quebec. Option C (immediate RRIF withdrawal) violates locking- in rules and age requirements. The Ethics manual requires advisors to clarify locked-in fund rules for clients. References: Supplemental Pension Plans Act, Section 98; Income Tax Act, Section 146; Ethics and Professional Practice (Civil Law) Manual, Section on Retirement Planning.
Question 29
Vintage Style Inc. is a clothing company with 20 employees participating in its group retirement and group insurance plan. Premiums for the group insurance plan are calculated on previous claims. If the benefits paid are lower than anticipated, the premiums may decrease at renewal. However, if the benefits paid are higher than anticipated, the premiums payable may be subject to an increase. Which of the following funding formulas does Vintage use in its group insurance plan?
Correct Answer: B
The description of Vintage Style Inc.'s group insurance plan indicates that therefund accountingmethod is used. In refund accounting, premiums are adjusted based on the actual claims experience. If claims are lower than expected, the insurer may issue a refund or reduce future premiums. Conversely, if claims exceed expectations, premiums may increase at renewal. This funding formula is commonly used in group plans to align premium costs with the actual risk and claims experience of the group, which is consistent with the plan characteristics mentioned in the LLQP material.
Question 30
Everett is an insurance of persons representative who works exclusively for Moon Life Insurance. He wants to leave the company and become an independent representative. He knows that before he branches out on his own, he needs to ensure he has sufficient liability insurance. Which of the following statements about his professional liability insurance is CORRECT?
Correct Answer: B
For an insurance representative such as Everett who intends to transition to an independent role,maintaining adequate professional liability insurance is crucial. According to LLQP guidelines, the requirements for liability insurance coverage mandate that if the policy includes a deductible, it cannot exceed $20,000 per claim. This limit helps ensure that insurance representatives can reasonably cover the deductible amount without facing significant financial hardship in case of a claim. Regarding the other answer choices: A liability insurance policy is typically required to have a minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per claim, not $1,500,000. Professional liability insurance does not cover gross negligence, fraud, or intentional misconduct such as fraud or misappropriation. It is designed to cover errors, omissions, and negligence within the scope of professional duties, provided they are not intentional or fraudulent acts. Therefore, option B accurately reflects LLQP stipulations regarding the deductible limit on professional liability insurance for insurance representatives.
