Prior to January 1, , the Investment Adviser provided accounting services to the Series and was reimbursed by the Series at its cost in connection with such services. The Lehman Brothers Aggregate Bond Index is a market-weighted index comprised of 6, dollar-denominated investment grade bonds with maturities greater than one year, as chosen by Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. The program can be terminated and the shares liquidated, or the program can be terminated and the shares held in an account. In addition to the investment advisory services provided to the Trust, the Investment Adviser and its affiliates provide administrative services, stockholder services, oversight of fund accounting, marketing services, assistance in meeting legal and regulatory requirements, and other services necessary for the operation of the Funds and Trust. While particular focus is given to information concerning profitability, comparability of fees and total expenses and Fund performance at the meeting at w...