Rene, age 39, is a framing carpenter at a company that builds doors and windows.

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

Rene’s salary is $70,000/year, and his group disability insurance provides 60% of this, or $42,000/year ($70,000 × 0.60), equating to $3,500/month ($42,000 ÷ 12). His monthly expenses are $3,500, so this just covers his needs if disabled. However, the LLQP stresses considering unexpected expenses (e.g., medical costs, inflation) beyond basic living expenses (Chapter 2:Insurance to Protect Income).

RRSP contribution: $1,000/month, savings: $45,000 (registered) + $10,000 (non-registered).

40% of salary = $70,000 × 0.40 = $28,000/year or $2,333/month.

Option A: Incorrect; $3,500/month matches expenses but leaves no buffer for unforeseen costs.

Option B: Incorrect; RRSPs are for retirement, not disability liquidity, and don’t enhanceimmediate protection.

Option C: $1,000/month additional coverage is arbitrary and insufficient for 40% of salary; it doesn’t align with needs analysis.

Option D: Correct; 40% of salary ($2,333/month) on top of $3,500 provides $5,833/month, offering a safety net for unexpected expenses, consistent with LLQP’s holistic protection approach (Chapter 6:Client Profile).