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A tech company is hiring a software developer. One hiring manager rejects all applicants over the age of 50, stating, "We need someone who can keep up with the fast-paced, innovative culture here, and older workers are generally slower to adapt to new technologies." Based on the principles that govern fair hiring, what is the fundamental flaw in the manager's reasoning?
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A 52-year-old project manager with an exemplary track record and excellent qualifications applies for a promotion. The hiring committee decides to give the position to a 35-year-old colleague with significantly less experience. During a feedback session, a committee member informally tells the older applicant, "We're just trying to build a team for the long-term future." Which of the following statements best assesses this situation from a legal standpoint?
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