Which of the Following Is False Concerning the Operation of the Social

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false concerning the operation of the Social Security system?

• A) The program is operated on a pay-as-you-go basis.
• B) Employees and employers share the burden of funding the system.
• C) Self-employed individuals pay approximately 15.3 percent on their own payroll.
• D) There are no investment earnings since the program is operated on a pay-as-you-go basis.

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