Question

The Social Security Administration faces new challenges in the twenty-first century because
there are more workers paying into the system.
its services are no longer needed by American workers.
there are a greater number of retirees in the system.
its revenues are needed in other government programs.

Answer 1

There are a greater number of retirees in the system.

Explanation: Aging of the population (Baby Boomers retiring and longer life expectancy) increases the ratio of beneficiaries to workers, straining Social Security’s finances.