A life insurance policy (also known as straight life, ordinary life and traditional permanent insurance) which has guaranteed premiums and guaranteed death benefits payable to a beneficiary at the time of the death of the insured, and a minimum interest rate which will be credited to the funds accumulated in the policy. One type of whole life insurance is variable life insurance, in which the death benefit and cash value benefits vary in relation to the value of the investments underlying the policy. Another type of whole life insurance is universal life insurance, which allows the policy owner to vary the amount and timing of premium payments and the death benefit. Standard life insurance is for those who fulfill the physical, occupational, and other requirements on which most of the company’s policies are issued. Someone whose requirements are more favorable may be eligible for a "Preferred Risk." When the applicant's characteristics are less favorable, they may be characterized as "Rated" or refused coverage altogether.