Under the ADA, which factor determines whether a person can perform the essential tasks of the job?

Under the ADA, which factor determines whether a person can perform the essential tasks of the job?

• A. The severity of any disability
• B. The applicant's disability status
• C. The ability to perform the task related to the job
• D. The applicant's medical history

Answer: (C)

The main idea is that eligibility under the ADA is based on the person’s ability to perform the essential tasks of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. This means the focus is on actual functional capability, not on how severe the disability is, whether someone is labeled as disabled, or the person's medical history. If a worker can carry out the essential duties, perhaps with adjustments or aids, they are considered qualified. If they cannot meet those core duties even with reasonable accommodations, they may not be able to perform the job.

The main idea is that eligibility under the ADA is based on the person’s ability to perform the essential tasks of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. This means the focus is on actual functional capability, not on how severe the disability is, whether someone is labeled as disabled, or the person's medical history. If a worker can carry out the essential duties, perhaps with adjustments or aids, they are considered qualified. If they cannot meet those core duties even with reasonable accommodations, they may not be able to perform the job.