14 The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 states t

14.

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 states that:

it is unlawful to discriminate against applicants below the age of 16.

it is unlawful to discriminate against employees between the ages of 40 and 65.

it is mandatory for employers to check if applicants who are below 40 years are “culturally fit.”

it is mandatory for employers to hire an applicant over the age of 40 rather than someone who is younger.

Solution

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 was passed for the protection of the older workers, it protects the olders workers against the employers discrimination based on age.

therefore the answer is option d

it is mandatory for employers to hire an applicant over the age of 40 rather than someone who is younger.