Jemele, because of a chronic health condition, has difficulty standing for long periods of time. She, however, could do the job of a cashier at Wal*Mart if she had a stool that she could sit on as needed. What federal legislation would best assist her, and persons like her, in hiring decisions?
A) The Americans with Disabilities Act
B) The Civil Rights Act of 1991
C) The Family and Medical Leave Act
D) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

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The Americans with Disabilities Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, such as a stool for Jemele to sit on while working as a cashier. This law prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in hiring decisions and in the workplace. The other options listed do not specifically apply to Jemele's situation.

Jemele, Because of a Chronic Health Condition, Has Difficulty Standing