Life Policy ProvisionsQuestion 566 of 716
The reduced paid-up nonforfeiture option provides:
a.A smaller, fully paid-up permanent policy with no further premiums due
b.The same face amount but only for a limited number of years
c.A one-time cash refund equal to the policy's surrender value, ending all of the coverage immediately
d.A temporary term rider on a second insured
Explanation
Reduced paid-up applies the cash value as a single premium to buy a smaller permanent policy that needs no more premiums and lasts for life. Keeping the same face for a limited time is extended term; a refund is cash surrender.
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