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Defined Benefit Plan
A plan that is designed to provide participants with a definite benefit at retirement, e.g., a monthly benefit of 20% of compensation upon reaching age 65. Contributions under the plan are determined by reference to the benefits provided, not on the basis of a percentage of compensation.
 
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