Reese's use of illegal drugs limits her ability to walk properly. The elevator at her office was not working for many months, so she needed to climb two flights of stairs and it was difficult to get to her desk. She tried suing her company under theAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, arguing that her company discriminates against individuals who cannot perform major life activities. Which ofthe following would weaken Reese's argument?

A. Reese is not a senior employee.

B. The ADA prohibits discrimination only against workers who are over the age of 40.

C. The ADA does not cover conditions of substance abuse.

D. Reese is not pregnant.

E. The ADA applies only to the decisions or actions of the government

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Aussie

12 March, 20:45

Reese's use of illegal drugs limits her ability to walk properly. The elevator at her office was not working for many months, so she needed to climb two flights of stairs and it was difficult to get to her desk. She tried suing her company under theAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, arguing that her company discriminates against individuals who cannot perform major life activities. Which ofthe following would weaken Reese's argument?

A. Reese is not a senior employee.

B. The ADA prohibits discrimination only against workers who are over the age of 40.

C. The ADA does not cover conditions of substance abuse.

D. Reese is not pregnant.

E. The ADA applies only to the decisions or actions of the government

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Tootsie · Answer 1

(C). The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not cover conditions of substance abuse.

Explanation:

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, shields people with disabilities from discrimination in certain instances, such as during employment and discrimination in the workplace.

However, according to ADA of 1990, employees engaging in illegal drug or substance use, are not protected by the ADA.

Reese, who uses illegal drugs, is therefore not protected by the ADA.