Question 15 (2.5 points)

Which two benefit programs were initially included in the Social Security Act?

A. Medicaid and Medicare
B. Old age, survivors, and disability insurance and unemployment insurance
C. Medicare and SSI
D. Aid to the disabled and retirement benefits



Answer :

Final answer:

The Social Security Act initially included old age and survivors/disability insurance in its benefit programs.


Explanation:

Old age, survivors/disability insurance and unemployment insurance were the two benefit programs initially included in the Social Security Act. These programs provided monetary benefits to retirees, their spouses, surviving dependent children, and disabled workers, funded through payroll taxes like the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA).


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