An Earnings Test as It Relates to Social Security Implies

question 28

Multiple Choice

An earnings test as it relates to Social Security implies

• A)benefits are reduced by some predetermined amount for those who have not reached normal retirement age.
• B)the amount of money earned during the working life of an individual determines the amount of benefits received.
• C)family earnings determine the amount of benefits received.
• D)all of the above.

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Definitions:

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