A married worker who is to receive income from his or her defined-benefit plan can elect to have a higher check that will stop upon his or her death but only if

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The married worker can elect to have a higher check that will stop upon his or her death only if his or her spouse consents. This is because the spouse would be the one who would not receive any benefit payments after the worker's death in this situation. The employer's policies and the worker's contributions to the plan do not impact this decision. The spouse's employment status is also not relevant.

A Married Worker Who Is to Receive Income from His