Which action during the selection process would be illegal under the equal employment opportunity laws?

A) asking candidates whether they are able to perform the essential functions of a job
B) asking all candidates whether they have ever worked under a different name
C) asking candidates how close they are to retirement age
D) asking all candidates which schools they have attended
E) asking candidates whether they will need any reasonable accommodation to complete the selection process

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Hajer Al Shehhi · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Asking candidates how close they are to retirement age is illegal under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), which prohibits discrimination against individuals who are aged 40 and over. It is important to focus on job-related qualifications and avoid questions that may indicate age bias.

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