Which of the following most accurately describes Social Security?
a. It is a pay-as-you-go system.
b. It is a savings plan.
c. It is a loan given by younger generations to older generations that must be paid back.
d. It can go up or down dramatically like the stock market.
ANSWER: a
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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