Allie, a Human Resource Manager at an Electronics Firm, Observes

question 16

Multiple Choice

Allie, a human resource manager at an electronics firm, observes that many employees who are reaching the traditional retirement age are not interested in leaving the organization. Which statement best explains the reason for this trend among older employees?

• A) There are laws against gender discrimination.
• B) There is a rise in the availability of pensions.
• C) Jobs are becoming less physically demanding.
• D) Phased-retirement programs require employees to work longer hours.
• E) Older workers generally don't have much debt.

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