Which of the following is a primary purpose of an apportionment?

The primary purpose of an apportionment is to support the dependent directly. When a veteran is entitled to benefits but is unable to provide adequate support for their dependents, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can allocate a portion of the veteran's benefits to the dependents. This ensures that those who are financially reliant on the veteran receive the necessary support for their needs. Apportionment is particularly important in cases where the veteran may be facing financial hardship or has obligations to multiple dependents, allowing the VA to distribute benefits in a way that reflects those circumstances and the need for financial assistance.

While other aspects can be involved in benefit distribution, the primary goal of apportionment is focused on direct support to dependents rather than simply increasing the veteran's total benefits, providing emergency funds, or attempting to reduce the veteran’s total award amount.