Which one of the following statements about the premium tax credit is FALSE?

Select the correct answer.

A$.$ Consumers who are eligible for and receive advance payments of the premium tax credit don't have to file federal income taxes at the end of the coverage year.

B$.$ Consumers may choose to purchase a qualified health plan through a Marketplace without advance payments of the premium tax credit and then wait to apply for the premium tax credit when they file their federal income tax returns.

C$.$ Consumers should be made aware of price differences between qualified health plans and how their eligibility for advance payments of the premium tax credit will help lower their monthly premium costs.

D$.$ If consumers who are eligible for a premium tax credit choose to take some or all of it in advance, the advance payment will be sent directly to the health insurance company that operates their chosen qualified health plan.