By the year 2037, it is estimated that only ______ workers will be paying for each Social Security beneficiary.
A) four
B) three
C) two
D) five

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This estimate is based on the projected decrease in the fertility rate and increase in life expectancy leading to a larger number of retirees and a smaller number of workers paying into the system. This means that each Social Security beneficiary will have only two workers supporting them, which could have significant implications for the future of the program.

By the Year 2037, It Is Estimated That Only ______