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by mr_data 3096 days ago
Not just fluid intelligence, but overall energy, enthusiasm, etc.

A lot of old people here seem to be clutching onto "experience" but it is heavily overrated in a society/industry based on learning new things.

Younger people have more potential ( intellectually and physically ), they can work more and they are able to learn new things far more quickly than old people. Add to that the fact that young people are already immersed in new technology and they fit more naturally in a younger tech work force.

It's like asking why magazines seek younger men and women? Because it works and it's the optimal solution.