Which federal program created support for older and poor Americans?
a. Social Security Act
b. Medicare Amendment
c. Medicaid Amendment
d. Hill-Burton Act
ANS: A
The Social Security Act sought direct payments to eligible individuals to ensure a minimum level of support for people at risk of problems from inadequate financial resources. The Social Security Act encompasses the Medicare and Medicaid Amendment. The Hill-Burton Act provided fund-ing to assist with building hospitals.
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