Life Policy ProvisionsQuestion 162 of 315
Which nonforfeiture option uses the cash value of a lapsed permanent policy to keep the same face amount in force as term insurance for as long as the cash value will last?
a.Extended term insurance
b.Cash surrender
c.Automatic premium loan
d.Reduced paid-up insurance
Explanation
Extended term insurance uses the existing cash value as a single premium to purchase term insurance equal to the original face amount, lasting as long as the cash value will buy coverage. In most permanent policies this is the automatic (default) nonforfeiture option.
Law Reference: Cal. Ins. Code §10209Practice all 315 questions free — no signup required.
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