Will Social Security Be Around for Millennials?

Will Social Security Be Around for Millennials?

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Life Skills, Business, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the challenges and future of Social Security, highlighting concerns about its sustainability due to demographic changes. It explains the history and expansion of the program, debunks myths about the Trust Fund, and explores potential solutions to address the projected shortfall. The video emphasizes the importance of Social Security and the need for reforms to ensure its longevity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern for young Americans regarding Social Security?

It is too complicated to understand.

It will only benefit the wealthy.

They may not receive any benefits in the future.

The program will provide too much money.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first recorded beneficiary of Social Security retirement benefits?

William Johnson

John Doe

Ernest Ackerman

George Smith

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current maximum monthly Social Security benefit one can collect?

$2,000

$2,861

$1,461

$3,500

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is Social Security primarily funded?

Through corporate investments

By borrowing from other countries

As a pay-as-you-go system

By selling government assets

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What demographic changes are affecting the sustainability of Social Security?

Increasing birth rates

Higher immigration rates

More people over 65 and fewer children

Decreasing life expectancy

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a proposed solution to address the Social Security shortfall?

Lowering the retirement age

Raising taxes or retirement age

Eliminating the program entirely

Increasing benefits for all

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Americans believe Social Security is beneficial for the country?

5 in 10

6 in 10

9 in 10

8 in 10