Members of the baby-boom generation-a term used to describe individuals born between 1946 and 1964-will put a great deal of stress on the Social Security system when they retire.

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This statement is true. As the baby-boom generation begins to retire, the number of people receiving Social Security benefits will increase substantially. This will place a strain on the Social Security system as there will be fewer workers paying into the system to support a larger number of retirees.

Members of the Baby-Boom Generation-A Term Used to Describe Individuals