### Question
What is the definition of normal cost?


### Answer
The definition of **normal cost** is as follows in *29 U.S.C. § 1085a*:

> normal cost as determined under the entry age normal funding method

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1085a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 18-EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle B-Regulatory Provisions > part 3-funding**

