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February 1, 20266 min
VA Disability Math Explained: Why 50% + 30% Doesn't Equal 80%
VA math is not regular math. Here's why your combined rating is always lower than you expect, and what you can do about it.
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VA math is not regular math. Here's why your combined rating is always lower than you expect, and what you can do about it.
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