Question

Which is an example of ageism?

A. In many commercials, younger people are shown as more attractive than older people.
B. A number of advertisements depict older people as incompetent when it comes to using technology.
C. Commercials for cars tend to target younger people instead of older car buyers.
D. All of the above.

Answer 1

Ageism (also spelled "agism") is stereotyping and discriminating against individuals or groups on the basis of their age. This may be casual or systematic. The term was coined in 1969 by Robert Neil Butler to describe discrimination against seniors, and patterned on sexism and racism.

Answer 2

D all of the above

Answer 3

according to my knowledge

Answer 4

Thanks for the medal!!