Which of these is TRUE of Social Security in the United States?

A. The number of people who need to access it has declined dramatically since it was established in 1935.
B. It represents about 90 percent of elderly income.
C. In addition to supporting elderly, it also supports unemployed, children, and state medical care.
D. The number of workers who are paying into it has increased dramatically since it was established in 1935.


Answer: C

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