To demonstrate a BFOQ in an ADEA age discrimination case, an employer must prove which of the following:

Multiple Choice

all or substantially all of the individuals over the set age are unable to perform the job's requirements adequately or some of the individuals over that age have a disqualifying trait that cannot be ascertained except by age.

the employer has previously employed individuals over the set age, and has had observed their difficulty in performing the essential requirements of the job.

the age limit is reasonably necessary to the essence of the employer's business.

all or substantially all of the individuals over the set age are unable to perform the job's requirements adequately or some of the individuals over that age have a disqualifying trait that cannot be ascertained except by age and the age limit is reasonably necessary to the essence of the employer's business.