IFSE Institute Life License Qualification Program (LLQP) Exam Questions

Beneficiary changes in insurance contracts generally become effective once the insurer receives and processes the signed change form. This is supported by LLQP material, which specifies that changes to beneficiary designations must be documented and received by the insurer for the new designation to take effect. Since Linda is a revocable beneficiary, Luisa can make this change without requiring Linda's consent.

Option B is incorrect as revocable beneficiaries do not require consent for changes. Option C is too general, and D is incorrect because a formal written change form is typically required.

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.

Due to Jessica's reduced life expectancy, an impaired life annuity would provide higher monthly payments than a standard life annuity. This type of annuity takes her medical condition into account, offering larger payouts based on a shorter expected payment period. LLQP resources recommend impaired life annuities for individuals with significant health issues, as these provide better income compared to other types.

Options A and C offer a fixed period but don't maximize monthly income for someone with a reduced life expectancy. Option B would provide a standard income for life but not the potentially enhanced income from an impaired annuity.

Group segregated funds typically have lower Management Expense Ratios (MERs) than individual segregated funds because group plans benefit from economies of scale and pooled investment options. LLQP highlights that group plans often have reduced fees compared to individual plans due to collective investment and reduced administrative costs.

Options A and B are incorrect as group plans typically feature lower costs and don't often charge switching fees. Option C is incorrect as individual segregated funds typically have more flexible death benefit guarantee options, not special rates in group plans.

Rachel should inform Owen that some segregated funds offer an automatic reset feature, which adjusts the guaranteed value periodically based on the fund's market performance. This can lock in gains during rising markets without requiring manual intervention. According to LLQP resources, automatic resets can occur on specific anniversaries or under certain conditions specified in the contract.

Option A is incorrect as not all segregated funds offer a reset feature. Option C is incorrect as there may be costs associated with funds that provide reset options. Option D is incorrect because resets typically lock in gains, not losses.