Age discrimination does NOT exist when:

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Age discrimination exists when someone is treated unfairly because of their age. Making off-hand remarks about older individuals (A) and pressuring older workers to take early retirement (C) are examples of age discrimination. When older workers are terminated during downsizing (D), they may be unfairly targeted because of their age. However, if advanced age affects organizational efficiency (B), and an older worker is unable to perform their job duties, then it may not be considered age discrimination. Employers have the right to set job performance standards and make decisions based on an employee's ability to meet those standards, regardless of age.

Age Discrimination Does NOT Exist When