The Age Discrimination in Employment Act protects workers who are what age or older?

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) specifically protects individuals who are 40 years of age and older from discrimination in the workplace based on their age. This legislation recognizes that older employees may face unfair treatment in hiring, promotions, layoffs, and other employment practices due to stereotypes or biases associated with age. The emphasis on protecting those who are 40 and above ensures that these individuals have legal recourse if they experience age-related discrimination, regardless of how old they are beyond that age threshold.

While the other choices imply certain age ranges or upper limits, they do not correctly reflect the inclusive language of the ADEA, which simply states "40 and older" without defining an upper age limit. Thus, the correct answer effectively captures the essence of the law's protective scope.