Which of the following statements about the Social Security program is correct?
A) Women, who generally live longer than men, benefit more from the system.
B) The earlier you retire, the greater the benefits you receive from the Social Security system.
C) Your Social Security withholdings from your paychecks are deposited into an account for you.
D) On average, retirees in the United States receive about $8,000 per month in Social Security payments.

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Women generally live longer than men, so they are more likely to collect benefits for a longer period of time. This means they benefit more from the system overall.

B, C, and D are incorrect statements.

Which of the Following Statements About the Social Security Program