### Question
How does the law define applicable defined benefit plan?


### Answer
Under *29 U.S.C. § 1054*, **applicable defined benefit plan** is defined as:

> given such term by section 1053(f)(3) of this title.

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1054*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 18-EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle B-Regulatory Provisions > part 2-participation and vesting**

