Beth, an employer, wants to hire someone for a strenuous job that Beth, an employer, wants to hire someone for a strenuous job that requires a great deal of training, which will take place over the course of several years. The applicant who appears most qualified is 58 years old; however, Beth is concerned that the applicant will not be able to handle the physical demands of the position in the long run. Further, she is concerned that the applicant will only continue working for several more years before she retires. Does Beth hire the applicant anyway? 

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This is a situation where Beth the employer needs to weigh the pros and cons of hiring the seemingly wellqualified applicant despite their age Heres a ... View the full answer