There Are Several Fundamental Differences Between Defined-Benefit Plans and Defined-Contribution

question 33

Multiple Choice

There are several fundamental differences between defined-benefit plans and defined-contribution plans. In the defined-benefit plan, the plan sponsor does which of the following?

• A) The sponsor does not guarantee the retirement benefit
• B) The sponsor does not make the investment choices
• C) The sponsor bears the investment risk if the investments earn enough to fund the guaranteed retirement benefits.
• D) The sponsor bears the investment risk if the investments do not earn enough to fund the guaranteed retirement benefits.

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