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What tax deduction is used to provide money for the social security system?

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Answer:

FICA- Federal Insurance Contributions Act

Step-by-step explanation:

Federal Insurance Contributions Act is a payroll tax that is paid by both employers and employees and used to fund Social Security benefits, which include retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.

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It's called the Social Security Trust Fund, and it's typically taken directly from wages. If you ever get a job, on your pay stub there will be a deduction that's usually just called "SOCIAL SECURITY". So, largely payroll taxes. 
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