- (Topic 1)
Harold is a 66-year-old retired school bus mechanic. He receives $900 a month from his defined benefit pension plan (DBPP). His husband Karl is also retired and receives his own pension benefit. Harold would like to know the minimum monthly pension benefit from his DBPP that Karl will receive upon Harold's death.

Correct Answer:A
Defined Benefit Pension Plans (DBPPs) provide a guaranteed income stream to the plan member after retirement, based on a formula considering factors like years of service and salary history. Generally, unless explicitly set up with survivor benefits, DBPPs do not automatically transfer income to a surviving spouse upon the member's death. In Harold's case, if no survivor benefit option was selected during retirement setup, Karl would not receive any income from Harold??s DBPP. Therefore, the correct answer isA. $0as no automatic provision ensures Karl receives benefits unless Harold had chosen and paid for survivor benefits.

- (Topic 3)
Jordan, a group insurance agent, meets with Nancy, a commercial berry grower in Saskatoon, to renew her company's group insurance plan. When the plan was established four years ago, Nancy had 20 employees. She now has over 50 employees, many of whom are unhappy with the plan. Jordan wants to rectify this situation to everyone??s satisfaction but is not sure how to begin.
Which of the following options indicates the first step that Jordan should take?

Correct Answer:C
When Jordan discovers that many of Nancy's employees are dissatisfied with the current group insurance plan, his first step should be toassess the employees' specific concerns. This includes understanding issues such as satisfaction with customer support and the claims turnaround time. Gathering feedback on these aspects will help Jordan identify the main areas of dissatisfaction and explore targeted solutions to improve the plan. The LLQP materials emphasize the importance of aligning group insurance plans with the needs and satisfaction of the participants, making this an essential step before considering any major changes such as switching insurers or altering the plan's structure.

- (Topic 4)
Maryse, an insurance of persons representative, meets with Anita, an actress, to complete a life insurance proposal. Maryse asks her for proof of age and identity. Anita does not like giving out her personal information and asks Maryse if she really needs to ask for these documents. Under what legislation is Maryse able to ask for these documents?

Correct Answer:D
Comprehensive and Detailed In-Depth Explanation: Maryse??s request for proof of age and identity is tied to legal obligations beyond standard insurance practice. The Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA, Section 9) mandates financial professionals, including insurance representatives, to verify client identity to prevent money laundering, requiring documents like a birth certificate or driver??s license. The Insurers Act (Section 93) and its Regulation complement this by requiring insurers (and their representatives) to confirm insurability and identity for underwriting accuracy, such as age affecting premiums. Option D correctly identifies these laws. Option A??s Charter (Sections 1–4) protects rights but doesn??t mandate ID collection. Option B??s Distribution Act (Section 16) and APPIPS (Section 10) govern advisor conduct and privacy but don??t specifically require ID for proposals. OptionC??s APPIPS pairing with PCMLTFA is incomplete without insurer-specific rules. The Ethics manual supports compliance with anti- money laundering and insurer requirements.
References: PCMLTFA, Section 9; Insurers Act, Section 93; Ethics and Professional
Practice (Civil Law) Manual, Section on Client Identification.
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- (Topic 3)
Nikolai owns a guaranteed renewable individual disability policy that he purchased last year. The policy pays a monthly benefit of $3,000 and includes a 4-month waiting period and a 5-year benefit period. Today, he is diagnosed with prostate cancer and learns he must undergo 6 months of radiation.
When should he contact the insurance company to inform them of his diagnosis?

Correct Answer:A
Nikolai should inform his insureras soon as he receives his diagnosis. Prompt notification is crucial as it ensures that his claim process can begin, including the assessment of eligibility, documentation, and verification. Additionally, reporting the diagnosis early helps the insurermonitor his waiting period of four months and plan for benefit payments starting at the end of this period. LLQP materials recommend early communication with the insurer to avoid delays in claim processing.

- (Topic 1)
Edna is a 62-year-old widow living in Quebec. She meets with Yolanda, her insurance agent. Ednaworked part-time her whole life as a seamstress and has no savings. Her husband Donald had been working as a greeter at the local box store until his death 2 months ago at the age of 67. Since his passing, Edna has been struggling financially. She would like to know which of the following organizations will immediately pay her a benefit?

Correct Answer:C
Since Edna was married to Donald, she is eligible to receiveCanada Pension Plan (CPP) survivor benefits, which provide a monthly benefit to surviving spouses. Old Age Security (OAS) survivor allowance may not apply directly here as it is conditional and may not provide immediate benefits like the CPP does in this situation. Workers' Compensation does not apply as it pertains to workplace injuries, and since Donald was not injured on the job, it does not cover Edna??s situation.Therefore,Option Cis correct.

- (Topic 3)
Rowan works for a construction company that employs 40 employees. The company is newly established, and the owners have yet to implement a group insurance policy. Rowan falls off theside of a building and breaks his collar bone. The doctor informs him that he will be unable to work for five months.
Who will pay him disability benefits while he is recuperating?

Correct Answer:D
In this scenario, Rowan, an employee of a construction company, suffers an injury while on the job. Since the injury occurred in the workplace, he would be eligible for benefits under Workers' Compensation. Workers' Compensation is designed to cover employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses, providing them with benefits that include coverage for medical expenses and income replacement during their period of disability.
As the accident happened while Rowan was performing work duties, Workers' Compensation will likely cover his wage loss for the duration he is unable to work due to the injury. Employment Insurance (EI) would not be applicable here, as EI sickness benefits are intended for non-work-related illnesses or injuries. The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) also would not apply, as it provides long-term disability benefits primarily for severe and prolonged disabilities that prevent individualsfrom working in any capacity. Therefore, option D is the correct answer, as Workers' Compensation is specifically designed for cases like Rowan??s.