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kaid0807

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on: Jul 2, 2018
Which of the following statements best describes Americans' use of Social Security?
 
  a. While many people receive Social Security benefits, very few Americans actually rely on them to meet basic needs.
 b. Social Security, although not intended to be the sole source of funds during retirement, provides more than half of retirement income for many Americans.
 c. Social Security provides enough money so that most Americans do not have to worry about saving for retirement.
 d. Social Security only pays out funds to retired Americans.

Question 2

Retirees can claim Social Security benefits beginning at age
 
  a. 45.
 b. 55.
 c. 60.
 d. 62.


momtoalll

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

d


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