Question

1. which of the following statements is true about ageism?

(a) the term sexism was coined in the mid-twentieth century.
(b) john mccain didnt win the presidency because he was too old.
(c) there is more than one kind of age-related bias.
(d) companies are allowed to promote the retirement of older workers.

Explanation:

Define ageism and its forms

Ageism refers to stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination against individuals or groups based on their age. It is a multi-faceted concept that encompasses various forms of bias.

Evaluate the options

• (A) discusses the term sexism, which is a different form of discrimination and does not directly define a truth about ageism.
• (B) makes a specific political claim about John McCain's presidential campaign that cannot be objectively verified as a general sociological truth about ageism.
• (C) states that there is more than one kind of age-related bias. This is true, as ageism can target both older adults (e.g., assuming they are technologically incompetent) and younger people (e.g., dismissing their professional capabilities).
• (D) describes a practice that is generally restricted or illegal under labor laws (such as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act in the US) rather than a true general statement about the nature of ageism.

Select the correct statement

Statement (C) is objectively true because age-related bias manifests in multiple ways, affecting different age groups across various social and professional contexts.

Answer:

• (A) The term sexism was coined in the mid-twentieth century.
• (B) John McCain didn't win the presidency because he was too old.
• (C) There is more than one kind of age-related bias. (Correct answer)
• (D) Companies are allowed to promote the retirement of older workers.