Scenario C. Rachel is a candidate for a systems analyst position with ABC Company. She is very well qualified for the job. However, the manager for whom she would be working is concerned because Rachel has a hearing impairment. The manager has come to you for advice on this issue.
-Rachel's hearing impairment qualifies legally because it substantially limits one or more
A)job qualifications.
B)job requirements.
C)life experiences.
D)major life activities.
E)all of the above

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According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, which includes hearing. Therefore, Rachel's hearing impairment qualifies as a disability under the ADA. However, this does not necessarily mean that she cannot perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations. The manager should work with Rachel to determine what accommodations she needs to perform the job effectively. It is important to note that discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities is a violation of the ADA.