Which type of Social Security benefit is specifically designed for survivors of deceased workers?

• A. Retirement benefits
• B. Disability benefits
• C. Survivor benefits
• D. Medicare benefits

Answer: (C)

Survivor benefits are specifically aimed at providing financial assistance to the family members of deceased workers who had paid into the Social Security system. When a worker passes away, their eligible survivors, such as a spouse, children, or dependent parents, may receive these benefits, ensuring that they have some level of income support during a difficult time. This program is vital for maintaining financial stability for families who lose their primary breadwinner.

The other types of benefits, such as retirement benefits, are available to individuals upon reaching a qualifying age and who have worked long enough to be entitled to payments based on their own work history. Disability benefits assist individuals who cannot work due to a disability, compensating them for lost income while they are unable to earn a living. Medicare benefits, on the other hand, provide health insurance primarily for individuals aged 65 and older, as well as some younger individuals with disabilities, which is unrelated to providing financial support following a worker's death.