National Board Of Examination (NBE) Arts Practice Exam

During a home transfer/removal, does the request for embalming require distribution of a General Price List?

1. Yes, because the discussion took place at the residence

2. Yes, because the consumer is being asked to purchase a service

3. No, because the discussion did not take place at the funeral home

4. No, as long as the consumer is informed that embalming is not required by law except in special cases.

The correct answer is: No, as long as the consumer is informed that embalming is not required by law except in special cases.

The correct answer is based on the regulations surrounding the requirement for a General Price List (GPL) in relation to embalming services. Under the Federal Trade Commission's Funeral Rule, funeral providers must provide consumers with a GPL when they are discussing or offering services that require payment. In this context, the key point is that while embalming is a service that may be offered, the regulations specify that a GPL must be presented only when a consumer is asked to purchase a service. Since the question concerns whether the discussion about embalming occurred at a residence rather than in a funeral home, it is essential to note that the regulations do allow for some flexibility. Consumers must be informed that embalming is generally not required by law except in specific circumstances, meaning that a provider does not need to provide a GPL in this case as long as they communicate these details clearly. This understanding underscores the necessity of providing adequate information to consumers, while also clarifying that certain discussions, when they do not involve the solicitation of a specific service for payment, do not trigger the GPL requirement. Thus, while discussing options, the consumer's awareness and consent are prioritized, leading to the conclusion that a GPL is not mandatory.