The Current Social Security System Works to the Disadvantage of Blacks

question 161

Multiple Choice

The current Social Security system works to the disadvantage of blacks primarily because the

• A) average annual earnings of blacks are generally lower than other groups.
• B) average life expectancy of blacks is generally less than other groups.
• C) Social Security tax rates imposed on blacks are higher than those imposed on other groups.
• D) Social Security benefit formula is disadvantageous to blacks.

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