Contemporary American Society: A New Millennium — Test

Question 8 • United States History and Geography

Which statement best explains how the baby boom affects Social Security?

Answer

The baby boom generation is so large its contributions will fully fund Social Security for the next 30 years.

Baby boomers think Social Security should be ended because they will not receive their fair share.

The life expectancy for baby boomers is falling, so they will draw less Social Security than planned.

Experts fear the high number of retiring baby boomers will place a strain on the Social Security system.

Explanation

As a large generation reaches retirement age, more people will collect Social Security benefits at the same time. That can strain the system, especially if there are fewer workers contributing for each retiree. So the best statement is that experts fear retiring baby boomers will place a strain on Social Security.

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