What is another word for means testing?
Pronunciation: [mˈiːnz tˈɛstɪŋ] (IPA) 
Means testing is a process used to determine whether an individual or a household is eligible for certain benefits, such as government aid, based on their income or assets. There are several synonyms for means testing, including income-based eligibility, asset-based eligibility, financial assessment, and financial means evaluation. Other related terms include means testing thresholds, means-tested programs, and means-tested benefits. Many social welfare programs, including Medicaid and food stamps, use means testing to determine eligibility. However, means testing can be controversial, with some arguing that it unfairly penalizes those who are just above the threshold for eligibility. Regardless of the controversy, the concept of means testing is widely used in various forms across the globe as a way to allocate resources to those who need them the most.
