Which statement about older workers is generally true?

• A. They are less productive than younger workers
• B. They are more likely to switch jobs yearly
• C. Older workers are more stable and have lower rates of avoidable absences
• D. They require higher training costs

Answer: (C)

Older workers tend to be more stable in their jobs and show higher attendance reliability. With greater tenure comes stronger attachment to the organization, which often translates into staying longer in a role and being less likely to take avoidable time off. This stability reduces turnover costs and preserves organizational knowledge, making them a dependable part of the workforce. While productivity can vary by task, experience often supports steady or even enhanced performance in many roles, so the idea that they are generally less productive isn’t supported across most contexts. The other statements assume universal declines in productivity, frequent yearly job switches, or higher training costs, which don’t hold as a general rule when considering the benefits of experience, commitment, and the ability to tailor training to adult learners.