Which of the following is NOT an example of an independent federal agency?

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Social Security Administration (SSA)
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

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The Social Security Administration (SSA) is NOT an example of an independent federal agency. It is considered an independent agency, but it operates under the Department of Health and Human Services and is more closely linked to government programs than the other two options listed. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) are both independent federal agencies.