Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies ageism?
A) As Cathy is a working parent, her supervisor assumes that she often abuses sick day privileges.
B) Lilly and Ben work for the same firm, and both perform similar tasks. Though both are equally qualified and experienced, Ben's pay is much higher than that of Lilly's.
C) Erick's manager often says, "All Americans are aggressive and loud."
D) Fifty-five-year-old James was denied employment at a manufacturing firm because the interviewer felt that younger workers are more reliable.

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Ageism is discrimination based on someone's age. In this scenario, James was denied employment solely because of his age, which is a clear example of ageism. The other scenarios involve different forms of discrimination - A) gender, B) gender pay gap, and C) national origin.

Which of the Following Scenarios Best Exemplifies Ageism