Which of the Following About Social Security Is True

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following about Social Security is true?

• A) The regressive nature of the Social Security benefit formula works to the advantage of groups with below average earnings.
• B) Groups with an below average life expectancy gain from Social Security because they will typically draw retirement benefits over a more lengthy period of time.
• C) The life expectancy of Hispanics at age 20 is generally lower than the figures for whites and blacks.
• D) Hispanics derive a higher return from their Social Security taxes than whites, and substantially higher than blacks.

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