David Has Been Diagnosed with Cancer and Is Expected to Live

question 51

Multiple Choice

David has been diagnosed with cancer and is expected to live less than 18 months.David is covered by a life insurance policy with a $400,000 face amount.David cashes in the policy early under a special option and receives 80% of the face amount or $320,000.In the year of collection,David will report

• A)no income.
• B)$80,000.
• C)$320,000.
• D)$400,000.

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