The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects workers who are:
Correct Answer
B) 40 years of age or older
The ADEA protects individuals who are 40 years of age or older from employment discrimination based on age. This applies to all aspects of employment including hiring, firing, promotion, and compensation.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) specifically protects workers who are 40 years of age or older from employment discrimination based on age. This federal law was enacted in 1967 and applies to employers with 20 or more employees. The 40-year age threshold is a key statutory requirement that contractors must understand to ensure compliance with employment law. This protection covers all employment practices including hiring, firing, promotions, layoffs, compensation, and terms of employment.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: 45 years of age or older
Age 35 is too young - the ADEA protection doesn't begin until age 40, making this threshold 5 years too early.
Option D: 35 years of age or older
Age 45 sets the protection threshold too high - workers between 40-44 would lose their rightful ADEA protections under this incorrect age limit.
Memory Technique
Remember 'ADEA at 40' - think 'Life begins at 40, and so does age discrimination protection.' The number 40 is when many people start noticing age-related changes, making it a logical starting point for protection.
Reference Hint
Look up Employment Law or Labor Relations chapter in your contractor reference manual, specifically the section on federal employment discrimination laws.
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