Question 1
In a typical group long-term disability (LTD) policy, what does the 'elimination period' refer to?
Correct Answer:
The waiting period after disability begins before benefits are payable
Question 2
Short-term disability (STD) plans are best distinguished from long-term disability (LTD) plans by which characteristic?
Correct Answer:
STD has a short elimination period and a short maximum benefit duration
Question 3
Under a common group LTD 'own-occupation/any-occupation' split definition, when does the any-occupation standard typically take effect?
Correct Answer:
After the first 24 months of benefit payments
Question 4
A group LTD plan replaces 60% of pre-disability income. An employee earning $5,000 per month becomes disabled. Ignoring offsets, what is the gross monthly LTD benefit?
Correct Answer:
$$3,000
Question 5
Which definition of disability is generally the most favorable (and most expensive) for an insured employee?
Correct Answer:
'Own-occupation' for the entire benefit period
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