Which of the following statements is true of older workers in an organization?
A) Older workers are on leave more often than younger workers.
B) The share of older workers is lesser since World War II.
C) The percentage of the population that is 65 years and older in the workforce is decreasing.
D) Older workers are more afraid of discrimination than of change.

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Older workers may face discrimination due to their age, such as assumptions that they are less tech-savvy or less able to handle physical demands. This can lead to anxiety about job security and opportunities for advancement. However, this does not necessarily mean that they are more afraid of discrimination than of change. A survey by the AARP found that 51% of workers over age 50 were willing to learn new skills or take on new roles, suggesting that they are not resistant to change. Options A and B are incorrect as older workers actually have lower rates of absence and the percentage of older workers has actually been increasing since World War II. Option C is also incorrect as the percentage of the population 65 years and older in the workforce is projected to increase in the coming years due to demographic shifts.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Older Workers