The Rising Costs of Social Security Have Been Covered By

question 22

Multiple Choice

The rising costs of Social Security have been covered by:

• A) increases in the maximum earnings base and the tax rate at which it is taxed.
• B) reduction in Social Security benefits by providing market-driven options.
• C) progressive reduction in the coverage.
• D) welfare grants and annual supplements from Congress.

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