Why is a preneed arrangement important?

• A. It helps ensure the deceased's wishes are honored.
• B. It guarantees lower funeral costs.
• C. It helps ensure the deceased's wishes are honored and reduces the financial burden on the family.
• D. It eliminates the need for a will.

Answer: (C)

Preneed arrangements involve planning and funding funeral services in advance, capturing the person’s preferences and committing resources to cover those services. The strongest reason this is important is that it aligns what happens with the deceased’s wishes and lowers the burden on surviving family. By documenting choices ahead of time and funding them, loved ones face fewer tough decisions and financial strain during a time of grief. It may help manage costs by securing services at current prices or through a funded trust, but it does not guarantee lower overall costs, since prices can rise and terms vary. It does not eliminate the need for a will, because a will governs other assets and arrangements beyond funeral services. So the reason this is correct is that it recognizes both honoring wishes and easing the financial and logistical burden on family.