Which of the Following Is an Indication That the Government

question 138

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an indication that the government recognizes Social Security money will not provide you with ample funds for retirement?

• A) The government has provided cost-of-living adjustments to Social Security recipients.
• B) The government has invested the contributions in high-yielding investment securities.
• C) The government has established incentives for workers to save their own money for retirement.
• D) The government has passed legislation to require Social Security to maintain a balanced budget.

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