Most states offer _____ to those who are poor but do not qualify for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

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Most states offer _____ to those who are poor but do not qualify for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).​

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General Assistance is a program offered by most states to provide financial assistance to individuals who are poor but do not qualify for TANF or SSI. Medicaid (B) is a separate program that provides healthcare coverage to low-income individuals, while Medicare (A) is a federal program that provides healthcare coverage to individuals over the age of 65 or with certain disabilities. Social Security (D) is a federal program that provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits. The earned-income tax credit (E) is a tax credit for low-income working individuals and families.

Most States Offer _____ to Those Who Are Poor but Do