At the age of 68,Evelyn is job hunting because her pension benefits barely cover her monthly expenses.At one job interview she is told that she should not be looking for work but should be home taking it easy,and enjoying her "golden years." What has Evelyn experienced?

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Evelyn has experienced ageism, which refers to discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their age. The interviewer's comment suggests that Evelyn is not being considered for the job solely because of her age, rather than her qualifications or abilities.

At the Age of 68,Evelyn Is Job Hunting Because Her