In what percentage increments can death gratuity be designated?

The correct answer is that death gratuity can be designated in 10% increments. This allows the named beneficiaries of the death gratuity to receive a share of the total amount in clear and standardized portions. Specifically, this means that if a service member wishes to designate multiple beneficiaries, they can allocate the gratuity in portions that sum to 100% while using increments of 10%.

For instance, if there are two beneficiaries, one can receive 10% and the other 90%, or they could split it evenly at 50% each. This percentage system provides clarity and helps ensure that each beneficiary's share is understood, making the distribution process straightforward. Designating in larger increments like 5% or smaller like 1% would complicate the process unnecessarily, leading to potential confusion and misallocation of the benefit. Thus, 10% is the most practical and applicable option for designating death gratuity percentages.