Monica, aged 39, is terminated. Her employer tells her that changes in their selling environment have made older, more mature individuals better suited for her job. Monica will have no claim for age discrimination because the ADEA applies only to employees at least 40 years of age.

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The statement is correct. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) applies only to employees who are at least 40 years of age. Therefore, Monica, who is 39 years old, would not have a claim for age discrimination under the ADEA.

Monica, Aged 39, Is Terminated