Tennessee Life Producer Practice Exam

Which settlement option does NOT involve the systematic liquidation of death proceeds upon the insured's death?

1. Interest only

2. Fixed Amount

3. Life Annuity

4. Fixed Period

The correct answer is: Interest only

The interest-only settlement option allows the beneficiary to receive the death benefit proceeds in the form of interest payments, while the principal amount remains with the insurer, not being paid out immediately upon the insured’s death. This means the actual death proceeds are not systematically liquidated, as the principal amount is retained and can potentially grow interest over time. In contrast, the fixed amount, life annuity, and fixed period options all involve a systematic liquidation of the death benefit. The fixed amount provides regular payments until the total proceeds are exhausted, the life annuity pays out a set amount for the beneficiary’s lifetime, and the fixed period option pays fixed amounts over a predetermined duration until the proceeds are depleted. Therefore, the interest-only option is distinct in that it keeps the death benefit amount intact while allowing for interest payments, making it the only option in the list that does not systematically liquidate the death proceeds.