Peter Has Been a Production Supervisor at a Plant for Over

question 32

Multiple Choice

Peter has been a production supervisor at a plant for over 20 years.His performance record has been excellent until last year.Peter's manager gave him low ratings during the last performance review.Peter just found out that his company is downsizing and that he is going to be laid off.Peter is 58 years of age.If Peter were to sue his company for discrimination, which of the following law would be most appropriate?

• A)Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972
• B)Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
• C)Job Security Act of 1984
• D)Civil Rights Act of 1991
• E)Civil Rights Act of 1964

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