PSI Ohio Insurance Practice Exam

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What does the term "LIFO" mean in the context of an MEC for withdrawal taxation?

It refers to the last funds deposited being the first to be deducted.
It means any withdrawals are tax-free.
It indicates funds are deducted based on earliest contributions.
It signifies that all withdrawals incur a flat tax rate.

The correct answer is: It refers to the last funds deposited being the first to be deducted.

In the context of a Modified Endowment Contract (MEC) for withdrawal taxation, "LIFO" stands for "Last In, First Out." This means that when funds are withdrawn from the account, the most recently deposited money is taken out first. The significance of this is crucial for tax purposes because the last contributions are typically considered to be the taxable portion of the account, leading to potential tax implications on withdrawals. When a MEC is involved, the taxation of withdrawals does not follow the typical order of contributions; instead, it prioritizes the most recent deposits. Since MECs can have significant tax ramifications, especially if taken out before certain age limits or if the policy is not structured correctly, understanding LIFO is vital for making informed decisions regarding withdrawals. This understanding highlights why the other options do not apply: the tax-free withdrawal idea does not hold for MECs governed by LIFO, earlier contributions are not considered first for withdrawal, and the concept of flat tax rates does not reflect how withdrawals are processed under this accounting method.