EDPNA PRACTICE EXAM COMPREHENSIVE
TEST PAPER QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ How does a representative obtain authorization to represent a
claimant before the SSA?
A) By filing Form SSA-1696 or similar authorization form
B) By obtaining a license from the SSA
C) By presenting a written request from the claimant
D) By undergoing a background check.
Answer: A
A representative obtains authorization to represent a claimant
before the SSA by filing Form SSA-1696 or a similar authorization
form.
◉ How is a representative's fee for Social Security cases
determined?
A) Representatives must submit a fee agreement to the SSA for
approval
B) Representatives can charge any fee they deem appropriate
,C) Fees are predetermined by the SSA and cannot be negotiated
D) Representatives are not allowed to charge fees.
Answer: A
Representatives must submit a fee agreement to the SSA for
approval to determine the fee for Social Security cases.
◉ What is the official SSA form used to appoint a representative to
act on behalf of a claimant?
A) Form SSA-1696
B) Form SSA-3368
C) Form SSA-827
D) Form SSA-16.
Answer: A
The official SSA form used to appoint a representative is Form SSA-
1696.
◉ Why would a claimant appoint a representative to handle Social
Security matters?
, A) To receive assistance with Social Security applications, hearings,
and appeals
B) To bypass SSA processing times
C) To increase the likelihood of receiving Social Security benefits
D) To avoid personally appearing at hearings.
Answer: A
A claimant appoints a representative to receive assistance with
Social Security applications, hearings, and appeals.
◉ Once appointed, what authority does a representative have in
Social Security matters?
A) A representative has the authority to act on behalf of the claimant
in dealings with the SSA, including representing them in hearings
and submitting documents
B) A representative can make decisions on behalf of the claimant
regarding their benefits
C) A representative can receive payments on behalf of the claimant
D) A representative can approve Social Security applications.
Answer: A
TEST PAPER QUESTIONS AND SOLUTIONS
◉ How does a representative obtain authorization to represent a
claimant before the SSA?
A) By filing Form SSA-1696 or similar authorization form
B) By obtaining a license from the SSA
C) By presenting a written request from the claimant
D) By undergoing a background check.
Answer: A
A representative obtains authorization to represent a claimant
before the SSA by filing Form SSA-1696 or a similar authorization
form.
◉ How is a representative's fee for Social Security cases
determined?
A) Representatives must submit a fee agreement to the SSA for
approval
B) Representatives can charge any fee they deem appropriate
,C) Fees are predetermined by the SSA and cannot be negotiated
D) Representatives are not allowed to charge fees.
Answer: A
Representatives must submit a fee agreement to the SSA for
approval to determine the fee for Social Security cases.
◉ What is the official SSA form used to appoint a representative to
act on behalf of a claimant?
A) Form SSA-1696
B) Form SSA-3368
C) Form SSA-827
D) Form SSA-16.
Answer: A
The official SSA form used to appoint a representative is Form SSA-
1696.
◉ Why would a claimant appoint a representative to handle Social
Security matters?
, A) To receive assistance with Social Security applications, hearings,
and appeals
B) To bypass SSA processing times
C) To increase the likelihood of receiving Social Security benefits
D) To avoid personally appearing at hearings.
Answer: A
A claimant appoints a representative to receive assistance with
Social Security applications, hearings, and appeals.
◉ Once appointed, what authority does a representative have in
Social Security matters?
A) A representative has the authority to act on behalf of the claimant
in dealings with the SSA, including representing them in hearings
and submitting documents
B) A representative can make decisions on behalf of the claimant
regarding their benefits
C) A representative can receive payments on behalf of the claimant
D) A representative can approve Social Security applications.
Answer: A
