Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative (Series 6)Practice Exam

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Distributions from a qualified plan are taxed at __________________ rates.

Capital gains
Ordinary income
Variable rates
Flat rates

The correct answer is: Ordinary income

Distributions from a qualified plan are taxed at ordinary income rates because these plans are designed to incentivize saving for retirement, allowing contributions to grow tax-deferred until withdrawal. When an individual takes a distribution from a qualified plan, such as a 401(k) or a traditional IRA, the amount withdrawn is considered taxable income for that year. This means it is added to the individual’s total income and taxed according to the appropriate tax bracket they fall into for ordinary income, rather than being taxed as capital gains or at any flat or variable rates. Understanding this tax treatment is essential for effective retirement planning and managing tax liabilities in retirement.