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Which of the following is a genuine component of a financial needs analysis?

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  1. a) Identifying the client’s financial situation, needs, objectives and risk profile.Correct
  2. b) Calculating the representative’s potential commission on the sale.
  3. c) Verifying the client’s identity for FIC Act purposes.
  4. d) Setting the premium that the insurer will charge.

Why this is the answer

A needs analysis gathers the client's circumstances, goals and risk appetite so advice can be shown to be suitable. Commission calculation, FIC identity verification and premium-setting are separate activities and not part of the needs analysis.

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