15 Top Questions About Social Security, Answered

Social Security is, for millions of Americans, a vital financial lifeline. Data from the Social Security Administration shows that a majority of seniors will lean on this program to generate at least half of their monthly income during their golden years.

But in spite of its importance, there's a lot the American public doesn't understand about Social Security. And as the old saying goes (which is true, by the way), what you don't know can cost you. In this instance, what you don't know about Social Security can cost you a lot in retirement income.

With that being said, let's look at 15 of the top questions about Social Security and answer them so there'll be far less confusion surrounding America's most important social program.

Source: Fool.com