To qualify for supplemental security income (SSI),individuals must meet certain financial guidelines set by:
A) the U.S. Constitution.
B) individual state laws.
C) the federal poverty level (FPL).
D) the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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The financial guidelines for SSI are based on the federal poverty level (FPL), which is determined by the federal government. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer. The U.S. Constitution and individual state laws do not set financial guidelines for SSI, and while the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) may be involved in administering the program, they do not set the financial guidelines.

To Qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI),individuals Must Meet Certain