Which of the Following Characteristics Does Not Describe a Defined

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics does not describe a defined benefit pension plan?

• A)Actuarial calculations are required to determine the employer's annual contribution.
• B)Upon retirement, the employee's pension amount depends on the value of the employee's account.
• C)Forfeitures must reduce subsequent funding costs and cannot increase the benefits any participant can receive under the plan.
• D)A separate account is not required to be maintained for each participant.
• E)None of the above.

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