Succeeding in the World of Work

Section 2: All About Social Security

Answers to Section Review

1. If you don't build up work credits, you won't get Social Security benefits.
2. It provides security through benefits paid to people in our society who need them.
3. It will run out of money, and you won't receive any benefits.
4. Answers will vary. Responses should reflect an understanding of the benefits and alternatives of the Social Security system, as well as an analysis of the overriding goals of the system.