A defined contribution pension program is one in which

A. those in the plan, as well as their employer, contribute to an account according to a formula, and the investment of that account is under the control of the employee.
B. the plan defines eligibility for retirement and benefits according to a set of rules and a formula.
C. everyone gets the same amount, regardless of how much they work.
D. benefits are untaxed.


Answer: A

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