Which of the following statements about the characteristics of social insurance programs is true?
A) They are designed to provide a floor of income with respect to the risks that are covered.
B) Social insurance benefits payments are unrelated to income.
C) Participants are required to satisfy a means test to receive benefits.
D) With few exceptions, participation in social insurance programs is voluntary.
Answer: A
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