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Which of the following statements is (are) true about a longevity annuity (longevity insurance)?
 
  I. If the annuitant dies during the deferral period, the purchase price of the annuity is forfeited.
  II. Longevity insurance is an example of an immediate annuity.
  A) I only
  B) II only
  C) both I and II
  D) neither I nor II

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Traditionally, tables have been prepared showing how long IRA funds will last based on rates of return and annual withdrawal rates. These tables, however, assume constant returns over the projection period.
 
  Many financial planners are now using a technique that allows for fluctuations in market returns. A computer is programmed to estimate how long funds will last under many different return scenarios and to determine the probability that funds will last until a specified age. This technique is called
  A) decision-tree analysis.
  B) sensitivity analysis.
  C) computer simulation.
  D) cost-benefit analysis.


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karmakat49

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


c0205847

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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