Which of the Following Scenarios Best Exemplifies Ageism

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies ageism?

• A) As Cathy is a working parent, her supervisor assumes that she often abuses sick day privileges.
• B) Lilly and Ben work for the same firm, and both perform similar tasks. Though both are equally qualified and experienced, Ben's pay is much higher than that of Lilly's.
• C) Erick's manager often says, "All Americans are aggressive and loud."
• D) Fifty-five-year-old James was denied employment at a manufacturing firm because the interviewer felt that younger workers are more reliable.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor Budget

A financial plan that estimates the cost of direct labor required to meet production goals, taking into account wages and hours.

Budgeted Costs

Estimated expenses planned in advance for a specific period, often used as targets or benchmarks for actual performance.

Direct Materials Purchase Budget

A budget estimating the raw materials that need to be purchased to meet projected production demands.

Ending Inventories

The final quantity and value of materials, work-in-process, and finished goods that a company holds at the end of an accounting period.