All of the Following Statements About the Characteristics of Social

question 13

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about the characteristics of social insurance programs are true EXCEPT

• A)They are designed to provide a floor of income with respect to the risks which are covered.
• B)The method of determining benefits is prescribed by law.
• C)Participants are required to satisfy a means test to receive benefits.
• D)With few exceptions,social insurance programs are compulsory.

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