If a 57-Year-Old Man Who Has Had No Performance Issues

question 18

Multiple Choice

If a 57-year-old man who has had no performance issues on the job is fired after being told the position is being eliminated, only to learn that the same position is filled three weeks later by a 40-year-old, what legal action can be taken?

• A) None. The employer has full discretion in hiring and firing.
• B) He can bring a suit under the ADEA.
• C) He can bring a suit under the Civil Rights Act.
• D) He can file for Social Security.
• E) He can file a grievance under the ERA.

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