When you purchase an annuity, you are purchasing a

Anannuityis a financial product purchased from an insurer that provides a stream of income, typically for retirement, in exchange for a lump sum or periodic payments. The primary purpose is to guarantee income, often for the annuitant’s lifetime or a specified period, as outlined in Oklahoma’s regulations for life insurance products (Title 36 O.S. § 4002).

Option A: Correct. An annuity provides guaranteed income, either fixed or variable, based on the contract terms.

Option B: Incorrect. A whole life policy is a type of life insurance, not an annuity.

Option C: Incorrect. Disability insurance covers income loss due to disability, not guaranteed income.

Option D: Incorrect. A universal life policy is a flexible life insurance product, not an annuity.

This question falls under the Prometric content outline section on “Life Products,” which covers annuities and their features.