Couples Have Higher Incomes Than Unmarried People for Three Reasons

Multiple Choice

Couples have higher incomes than unmarried people for three reasons. Which of the following is NOT a reason?

A) Some couples benefit from having two incomes for all or part of their careers.
B) Couples can get the highest wage earner's Social Security benefits.
C) Widows often experience a decrease in income after a spouse's death.
D) Unmarried people have lower paying jobs than married people.