Two problems there: 1. If it is a myth than poor people need to be educated on it because it is pervasive. Similar to the myth poor people generally have that

Two problems there: 1. If it is a myth than poor people need to be educated on it because it is pervasive. Similar to the myth poor people generally have that if you get a ticket it is better to not show up than to show up and tell them you can't pay. 2. I believe it is not a myth but I don't have any proof available. While benefits are phased out as your income increases, I think the phasing out happens quicker than the increase. The chart the other commenter posted looks good but who knows.