Child labor provisions in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) set the minimum age for most employment at _____.
A) 14 years
B) 15 years
C) 16 years
D) 17 years

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The FLSA sets the minimum age for most employment at 16 years, with some exceptions for jobs such as newspaper delivery or work in agriculture, which can be performed by 14 or 15-year-olds with certain restrictions. There are also some exceptions for youth employment programs, such as internships or apprenticeships. However, in general, the minimum age for most employment under the FLSA is 16 years old.

Child Labor Provisions in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)