Older adults in New Zealand reported that they volunteered because
a. it gave them a way to keep busy.
b. it provided them with a social opportunity to be around others.
c. it allowed them to give back to their local communities.
d. it allowed them to develop new skills and talents.
Question 2
Why is there a trend for companies to hire older workers, particularly on a part-time basis?
a. They need the expertise older workers bring.
b. The type of benefits older workers may (or may not) need might make them less expensive employees.
c. Older workers are more flexible in terms of hours.
d. All of these are reasons why hiring older workers is a good option for many companies.
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