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Death Benefit

The sum paid out to the beneficiary upon the insured person's death, representing the core objective of life insurance.

Detailed Explanation

The death benefit is typically paid out tax-free to the beneficiaries.

Practical Example

Emily's life insurance policy has a death benefit of $500,000. This means that when she passes away, her beneficiaries will receive this amount to help with their financial needs.

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