Social Security is a vital program, delivering benefits to more than 60 million people, keeping millions of older Americans out of poverty, and providing a big chunk of most retirees' income. Indeed, according to the Social Security Administration, "Social Security benefits represent about 30% of the income of the elderly" -- and for more than 10% of the elderly beneficiaries, it provides a whopping 90% or more of their income.

Therefore, it's kind of important for each of us to get savvy about Social Security, so that we can make smart decisions that get us as much as possible from it. Here are some things to know about Social Security, including the most important Social Security table you'll ever see.

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