When Beth chooses to receive life insurance payments guaranteed for ten years, which option has she selected?

When Beth selects life insurance payments guaranteed for ten years, she has chosen the "Life income with period certain" option. This option ensures that payments are made to the beneficiary for a specified period, in this case, ten years, regardless of whether the insured is still alive.

This choice provides a level of security, guaranteeing that the payments will continue for the entire duration of ten years even if the insured passes away before that period ends. This feature makes it appealing for individuals looking to ensure their beneficiaries receive financial support for a defined time after their death.

In contrast, the life income option without a period certain would only pay while the insured is alive, meaning that if the insured dies, there would be no further payments. The annuity option refers to a different financial product that provides a series of payments, typically based on a contract rather than a life insurance policy. Lastly, term insurance provides pure insurance protection for a specific period but does not offer the payment guarantees associated with life income options.