Which group generally qualifies as eligible dependents for Social Security benefits?

The group that typically qualifies as eligible dependents for Social Security benefits includes the spouse and stepchildren of the primary beneficiary. In the context of Social Security, the term "dependents" refers to individuals who can receive benefits based on the earnings record of a worker who is eligible for Social Security.

A spouse receives benefits if they are married to the worker and the worker qualifies for disability or retirement benefits. Stepchildren can also receive benefits if the worker is their stepparent, as long as certain requirements are met, such as living with the worker or being financially dependent on them.

In contrast, parents and siblings generally do not qualify for benefits under a worker's Social Security record. Biological children, while eligible, are encompassed within the broader category of dependents rather than a separate group. Aunts and uncles are not considered dependents for Social Security benefits either, as eligibility criteria primarily focus on a spouse and children, including stepchildren. Thus, the selection of spouse and stepchildren correctly identifies those who typically qualify as eligible dependents for Social Security benefits.