Which of the following statements is the most accurate description of the impact the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ADA)has had on businesses?
A)ADA has had no real impact,since most businesses have always been sensitive to the needs of disabled workers.
B)Most firms have found that the structural changes needed to comply with ADA requirements have been very difficult and expensive to implement.
C)Most firms are finding that the cultural changes required by ADA are more difficult to implement than the structural changes.
D)Businesses have found that even with the changes required by ADA,disabled workers are simply not capable of handling most types of jobs.

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While some businesses may have been sensitive to the needs of disabled workers prior to ADA, the law has certainly had an impact on all businesses. Structural changes may be costly, but cultural changes (such as changing attitudes towards disability and accommodating differences in ability) can be even more challenging for some companies. The assertion in option D is not accurate - disabled workers are just as capable as anyone else and deserve equal opportunities for employment.

Which of the Following Statements Is the Most Accurate Description