Which of the following statements is true of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
A) The ADA does not protect current users of illegal drugs.
B) The ADA does not protect recovering addicts.
C) Impairments such as autism and bipolar disorder are not covered by the ADA.
D) Impairments such as cancer and HIV infection are not covered by the ADA.

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The ADA specifically excludes current illegal drug users from protection, but recovering addicts who are not currently using drugs are protected. The ADA covers a wide range of impairments, including both physical and mental disabilities, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of those impairments. The ADA also protects individuals with a history of impairment, such as a past cancer diagnosis or HIV infection. However, the impairment must substantially limit a major life activity to be covered by the ADA.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Americans