What Is the Fear About the Future of Social Security

question 71

Multiple Choice

What is the fear about the future of Social Security benefits?

• A) They will run out before many Americans can begin collecting benefits.
• B) There will be a situation where the benefits cannot keep up with inflation rates.
• C) In an economic downturn, Social Security benefits will be the first to be cut.
• D) Large deficits will make it impossible for the government to pay for the structure that keeps Social Security running.
• E) Large deficits will need to be paid by Social Security funds.

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