The Social Security Act of 1935 Was Important in That

The Social Security Act of 1935 was important in that it

A) continued a longstanding commitment of the U.S. government in promoting social welfare assistance.
B) was a first step in the United States toward building a social insurance safety net.
C) established a clear formula for the redistribution of income.
D) initially provided health care assistance for the elderly.
E) helped poor children survive the Great Depression.