Konrad is the owner of CrossBoy, a manufacturing company employing over 50 employees. Konrad recently took out a $500,000 loan to expand his business. Terrence works as a sales manager and is responsible for roughly 40% of the company's revenue. Konrad recognizes the importance of Terrence's contributions to the success of the company. Therefore, in addition to a sizeable basesalary, CrossBoy also pays Terrence regular performance-based bonuses. Konrad understands that if Terrence dies prematurely, CrossBoy would suffer financially. What should he do to protect his company?
Correct Answer: C
Key person life insurance is designed to protect a business from financial losses resulting from the death of a key employee. In this case, Terrence's role is crucial to CrossBoy's success due to his substantial contribution to the company's revenue. By purchasing key person insurance on Terrence, Konrad can ensure that the company has the necessary funds to cover the financial impact of Terrence's potential loss. Other options, like offering a group life insurance plan (A), do not directly address the specific financial risk associated with the loss of a key employee.Therefore,Option Cis the appropriate choice.
LLQP Exam Question 62
Lily works for Cloud 9 Inc. She earned $120,000 in Year 1 and $125,000 in Year 2. Lily contributes 5% of her income into a defined contribution pension plan (DCPP), and this contribution is matched by the employer. Lily has unused contribution room of $15,000 andwants to know how much she can contribute to her registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) in Year 2.
Correct Answer: A
Lily's RRSP contribution room is reduced by her DCPP contributions. Her total income for Year 2 was $125,000, and she contributed 5% ($6,250) to the DCPP, matched by the employer, for a total of $12,500. The Pension Adjustment (PA) for her DCPP contribution would be $12,500, which reduces her RRSP contribution room. Calculation: RRSP limit based on previous year's income (18% of $120,000): $21,600 PA reduction: $12,500 Remaining RRSP contribution room for Year 2: $21,600 - $12,500 = $9,100 Including her unused contribution room: $9,100 + $15,000 = $24,100 So, Lily can contribute $24,600 to her RRSP in Year 2.
LLQP Exam Question 63
Gino, an insurance of persons representative, is cleaning his office and going through old files. He comes across a file from a former client, Nathan, who owned a 20-year term insurance policy that was cancelled 3 years ago. Nathan now has a different representative and Gino no longer has any contact with him. Gino would like to know if he can destroy Nathan's file. Which of the following options is CORRECT?
Correct Answer: C
Insurance records must generally be retained for a minimum period to comply with provincial regulatory requirements, which is often five years from the date of termination. This helps ensure compliance with record-keeping mandates and allows for any legal, financial, or administrative review if needed. Gino is obligated to retain Nathan's file until it has been closed for at least five years, despite the change in representation or policy status.
LLQP Exam Question 64
Ontario residents, Juan and Maria, are a married couple approaching retirement. They have asked their representative, Carlow, to review the details of Maria's defined benefit plan (DBPP). Which of the following statements about Maria's pension is CORRECT?
Correct Answer: B
In Ontario, the pension legislation stipulates that a spouse is entitled to receive a minimum of 50% of the member's pension benefits as a survivor benefit if the member dies. This applies to defined benefit pension plans (DBPP), which provide a predetermined benefit upon retirement. Therefore, as the spouse of Maria, Juan would be entitled to receive at least half of Maria's pension upon her death, as specified by Ontario pension regulations. This survivor benefit is a guaranteed right and requires consent from both spouses for any reduction or waiver. Options C and D are incorrect as Ontario law mandates a minimum 50% survivor benefit without provision for reduction to 25%, and Juan's entitlement is tied to their marital status and statutory rights, which may not apply if they are separated or divorced at the time of Maria's death. Option A is incorrect because Ontario legislation does not provide for an increased benefit by waiving the survivor benefit.
LLQP Exam Question 65
Abraham lives in Alberta. He meets with a life insurance agent to discuss the purchase of an individual extended health insurance plan. Abraham is interested in a plan that would cover him, his wife, and their two young children. Here are some of the features of the plan that most closely meets Abraham's needs: prescription drug coverage with a $50 annual deductible and 80% co-insurance, and dental coverage with a $100 deductible and 70% co-insurance on preventative services. However, Abraham asks the agent to present a plan with a cheaper premium. What changes would the agent have to consider in order to present a plan with a lower premium than the one described above?
Correct Answer: C
Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation: Lower premiums result from higher deductibles (more out-of-pocket cost) and lower co-insurance (less insurer payout) (Chapter 7:Insurance Recommendation, Contract, and Service Needs). Current: Drugs ($50 deductible, 80% co-insurance), Dental ($100 deductible, 70% co-insurance). Option A: Lower drug deductible increases premiums; only half-correct. Option B: Lower deductibles and co-insurance increase premiums; incorrect. Option C: Correct; higher deductibles and lower co-insurance reduce premiums. Option D: Lower deductibles raise premiums; incorrect. Reference: LLQP Accident and Sickness Insurance Manual, Chapter 7:Insurance Recommendation, Contract, and Service Needs.
