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One becomes eligible for Social Security disability benefits after having been disabled for ______.
One becomes eligible for Social Security disability benefits after having been disabled for ______.
5 months
All of these are considered to be a benefit under Social Security EXCEPT for?
All of these are considered to be a benefit under Social Security EXCEPT for?
To be eligible for Social Security disability benefits, an employee must be unable to perform ______.
To be eligible for Social Security disability benefits, an employee must be unable to perform ______.
any occupation
How many months must Q be disabled before being able to apply for Social Security disability benefits?
How many months must Q be disabled before being able to apply for Social Security disability benefits?
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What determines the full amount of Social Security retirement benefits a qualified individual is entitled to receive?
What determines the full amount of Social Security retirement benefits a qualified individual is entitled to receive?
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What is Old Age and Survivors Health Insurance (OASDHI) also known as?
What is Old Age and Survivors Health Insurance (OASDHI) also known as?
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Study Notes
Social Security Disability Benefits
- Eligibility for Social Security disability benefits begins after being disabled for a duration of 5 months.
- An employee must demonstrate an inability to perform any occupation to be eligible for these benefits.
Exceptions in Social Security Benefits
- Unemployment is not considered a benefit under Social Security, distinguishing it from other support programs.
Application Timing for Disability Benefits
- An individual, such as Q, who becomes totally disabled due to a severe injury (e.g., an automobile accident) must be disabled for 5 months before applying for Social Security disability benefits.
Retirement Benefits Calculation
- The full amount of Social Security retirement benefits that a qualified individual can receive is determined by the Primary Insurance Amount (PIA).
Terminology of Social Security
- Old Age and Survivors Health Insurance (OASDHI) is another name for Social Security, encompassing benefits for retirees and survivors.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential aspects of Social Security disability and retirement benefits. It discusses eligibility, application timing, and important terminology related to Social Security. Test your knowledge on how these benefits work and their calculations.
