Why Would Some Companies Prefer Older Workers Over Younger Workers

question 101

Multiple Choice

Why would some companies prefer older workers over younger workers if older workers cost more?

• A)Younger workers today have very little promise of developing the required skills. 
• B)Even though older workers have higher levels of absenteeism,they work more efficiently than younger workers. 
• C)The older workers may exercise poor judgment but they are more loyal than younger workers. 
• D)Older workers can cost companies less than younger workers by showing better judgment,caring about the quality of work,and being less likely to quit,come in late,or miss work.

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