Question

10. John, age 65, has enjoyed abundance during his lifetime and decided to share that with three wives. His first marriage to Karen lasted 15 years. Karen is currently 65 years old and has never remarried. One year after divorcing Karen, John married Christine, who is currently age 57. That marriage ended six years later when Christine fell madly in love with, and married, John's brother. John and his current wife, Melissa, who is 49, have been married for 8 years. Which of the following statements concerning spousal benefits under Social Security is correct? a. If John retires this year, Melissa will be able to receive a spousal benefit equal to 50% of John's Social Security benefit. b. Christine can collect a spousal benefit from John's Social Security record. C. Karen can collect a spousal benefit from John's Social Security record. d. Melissa will be able to collect a spousal benefit on John's record, plus a Social Security benefit based on her own earnings, when she reaches the age of 62. ANSWER #10

Answer 1

C

Ex spouses can also claim benefit provided they have attained the age of retirement.