Bill retired at 61 from a rewarding career as a chartered accountant. After travelling extensively for a year, he reevaluates his retirement decision and decides to go back to work full-time to earn more money and find fulfillment through employment again. After six months of searching for a new job in his field, Bill has barely had any interviews and when in the ones he has had, the employers expressed concerns that Bill may retire again in a few years and their investment in hiring him will be wasted. The one job offer Bill did receive was for a part-time position at significantly less pay than was advertised. What might Bill be experiencing?
A) Sexism
B) Ageism
C) Gerontology
D) Precarious labour

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Bill is likely experiencing ageism, which is discrimination based on his age, as employers are concerned about his potential retirement and are hesitant to invest in hiring him.

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