Which of the following is true of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act?

Select one:

a$.$ Displaced workers can use the Medicare program sponsored by the federal government for up to $36$ months after the termination of their employment.

b$.$ Displaced workers can use the Medicare program sponsored by the government for up to $18$ months after the termination of their employment.

c$.$ Displaced workers can retain their group medical coverage for up to $18$ months for themselves, and up to $36$ months for their dependents, if they pay the premiums themselves.

d$.$ Displaced workers can retain their group medical coverage for up to $12$ months for themselves, and up to $24$ months forrtheir dependents, if they pay the premiums themselves.