CMT Funeral Arrangement & Family Service

Question 1

Which federal regulation requires funeral homes to provide an itemized price list to any person who inquires in person about funeral arrangements?

Accepted Answer

The FTC Funeral Rule

Answer

The FTC Funeral Rule mandates that funeral providers offer a General Price List to all in-person inquirers and requires itemized pricing for all goods and services.

Question 2

What is 'preneed' funeral planning?

Accepted Answer

Arranging and often pre-paying for funeral services before death occurs

Answer

Preneed planning allows individuals to arrange and pre-fund their own funeral services in advance, relieving family members of financial and decision-making burdens at the time of death.

Question 3

During an arrangement conference, what is the primary role of the mortuary technician or funeral director?

Accepted Answer

To guide the family in selecting services while honoring their wishes and cultural preferences

Answer

The arrangement conference centers on understanding and honoring the family's needs, wishes, cultural background, and budget while providing compassionate guidance.

Question 4

What is a 'casket price list' and when must it be provided to families under the FTC Funeral Rule?

Accepted Answer

An itemized list of casket prices offered before the family views caskets

Answer

The FTC Funeral Rule requires funeral homes to provide a written casket price list before allowing families to view caskets to prevent uninformed purchasing decisions.

Question 5

Which document transfers legal authority for funeral decision-making to a designated person when no next of kin is available?

Accepted Answer

A durable power of attorney for healthcare or a designated agent form

Answer

A durable power of attorney for healthcare or a state-designated agent form legally authorizes a named individual to make funeral and disposition decisions.

(CMT) Certified Mortuary Technician Practice Test

(CMT) Certified Mortuary Technician Practice Test

CMT Funeral Arrangement & Family Service