Three years ago, Douglas purchased a whole life insurance policy with numerous supplementary benefits and riders. Today, he meets with his doctor who informs him that he has late-stage colon cancer and has only a few months to live. Even with surgery, his chances of survival are low. Douglas calls his insurance agent, Penny, to ask her what he should do to obtain a benefit immediately.
Joseph, a retired jeweler, meets with Larry, an insurance agent with Summit Life Co., to review Joseph's life insurance needs. Joseph has made it clear in his will that upon his death, his son will inherit his collection of diamond necklaces, valued at $1.8 million.
What type of asset is Joseph's diamond necklace collection considered to be?
Akeno is a 65-year-old retired accountant. He is divorced and has a 40-year-old son who is financially independent. Thanks to years of diligent savings, Akeno now enjoys a comfortable retirement. In addition to his pension income, he has over $300,000 invested in shares in his non-registered account. He lives in a mortgage-free home valued at $700,000 and owns a cottage valued at $500,000. The mortgage on the cottage is $100,000. Akeno purchased the homes 30 years ago when housing prices were low. It is important to him to donate $100,000 to the Alzheimer's Association when he dies. What is the GREATEST financial risk that would arise in the event of Akeno’s death?
Angela works in a biomedical research lab where she has been assigned to discover possible antidotes to the anthrax virus. While the discovery process of testing possible antidotes would expose her to the deadly virus, she is excited about the assignment.
Knowing that anthrax can be contracted through infected food, air, or contact with skin, what risk management strategy would Angela employ by wearing protective gear over her mouth and skin?
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