Because the First of the Baby Boom Generation Has Now

question 97

Multiple Choice

Because the first of the baby boom generation has now turned 60, we are likely to see a shift to more positive images of the elderly. What is the major reason for this?

• A) They recognize that there is a certain distinction in being elderly.
• B) Their vast numbers translate into economic clout and political power.
• C) They tend to be much more productive in the labor market than younger workers.
• D) They represent a storehouse of occupational knowledge and work skills.

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Definitions:

Gender Leadership Gap

The discrepancy in the representation of different genders within leadership positions.

"Mommy Track"

A term used to describe the career path of women who choose to reduce their professional commitments to focus more on family responsibilities.

Middle-Management Positions

Roles within an organization that are intermediate between the executive leaders and the frontline employees, often responsible for managing a specific department or team.

Gender Neutral

Avoiding distinctions between genders, aiming at equality and not specifying a particular gender when unnecessary.