What Was True of Americans by the End of the Revolutionary

question 4

Multiple Choice

What was true of Americans by the end of the Revolutionary War?

• A) The majority of free blacks had served in the colonial militia.
• B) The part-time militia had proven effective at guerilla warfare.
• C) The American military no longer needed foreign assistance.
• D) A few thousand American regular troops had become an effective fighting force.
• E) America had developed a strong, well-trained navy.

Identify exceptions to mandatory retirement age and understand their legal basis.

Recognize the role and responsibilities of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in administering the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).

Understand the concept of bona fide occupational qualifications (BFOQ) and how it applies to age discrimination.

Comprehend the statutory exceptions for certain professions regarding mandatory retirement age.

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