A limited payment whole life policy provides?

A limited payment whole life policy provides lifetime protection because it is designed to offer coverage for the insured's entire life while allowing them to pay premiums for only a predetermined limited number of years. Typically, after these specified years—such as 10, 20, or 30—the policyholder has paid off the premiums, and the policy remains in force for the lifetime of the insured without any further payments required. This means that as long as the premiums are paid during the limited payment period, the beneficiary will receive a death benefit, ensuring financial security throughout the insured's life.

In contrast, the other options do not accurately describe the nature of a limited payment whole life policy. For instance, the concept of discounted premiums does not apply since the premiums are structured based on the payment period and are typically higher than traditional whole life premiums due to the shorter payment duration. Additionally, while a limited payment whole life policy is designed for individual coverage, it does not inherently provide protection for more than one person unless specifically structured that way. Finally, the term of 20 years specifically is not a defining characteristic either; the coverage lasts a lifetime, regardless of the payment duration.