What is the fundamental belief behind ageism?

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Younger individuals are considered better than older onesOlder individuals are viewed as superior to younger onesThere is a seamless transition of responsibilities from older to younger peopleTasks should be assigned to those most capable of performing them

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Ageism is based on the idea that younger people are superior to older people, which leads to discrimination against the elderly. It does not support the notion that older people are superior or that roles transfer smoothly between generations. The focus is on age-based bias rather than capability.