Necessities Of Life


Definition of "Necessities of life"

Basic needs, such as food, water, clothing, and shelter, that a person requires to survive. These needs are the first layer of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, and are the minimum that should be provided by any life insurance plan.



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