Social Security Is the Most Prevalent Form of Direct Government

question 60

Multiple Choice

Social Security is the most prevalent form of direct government benefit. Approximately how many baby boomers apply for these benefits each day?

• A) 10 million
• B) 5 million
• C) 10 thousand
• D) 5 thousand

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