Ellen and Fred Work on the Loading Dock for Grange

question 64

Multiple Choice

Ellen and Fred work on the loading dock for Grange Storage. Ellen, who has a disability, requests a transfer, which would represent an accommodation for her disability. But when an opening occurs, Grange transfers Fred on the basis of seniority. In Ellen's suit against Grange for discrimination, most likely

• A) ​Fred's seniority is a good defense.
• B) ​Ellen's disability is a sufficient basis for relief.
• C) ​Grange's action was a business necessity.
• D) ​Grange's action was a reasonable accommodation.

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