Assume You Are Analyzing Two Separate Annuity Pools

question 4

Multiple Choice

Assume you are analyzing two separate annuity pools. Pool A has significantly higher mortality (deaths/thousand) than Pool B. Holding other factors constant, which pool will make higher payments per month to each annuitant?

• A) A
• B) B
• C) The monthly liquidation payments will be equal.
• D) We cannot say because mortality is not an important factor in calculating annuity payments.

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Definitions:

Time Value

The concept that money available at the present time is worth more than the same amount in the future due to its potential earning capacity.

Payback Period

The length of time required for an investment to recover its initial outlay in terms of profits or savings.

Useful Life

The estimated duration for which an asset is expected to be functional and useful before it needs to be replaced or repaired.

Initial Cost

The initial amount of money invested or spent to purchase or start a new project, asset, or business, excluding ongoing or future costs.