Chris,62,applies for a job at Turnhook Fishing Corp.The company has concerns that applicants over age 40 will not be able to handle the strenuous nature of the job.It implements a requirement that all applicants have 20/20 vision in hopes of weeding out older candidates.Which of the following claims is most likely to be made against Turnhook?

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A disparate impact claim is most likely to be made against Turnhook Fishing Corp. Disparate impact exists where a policy or rule of an employer, though not discriminatory on its face, has an effect on one group different from that on another. The company's vision policy has the effect of ruling out applicants above 40, including those who are capable of doing strenuous labor. It is likely to face a disparate impact claim.

Chris,62,applies for a Job at Turnhook Fishing Corp