Is it fair that seniors get tested more often by the DMV?

Q. Dear Honk: This month I will turn 72 and am required to take a written test and an eye exam in order to get my license renewed. Why does California discriminate against seniors by having them take the written test every five years after they reach 70? It seems to me that those who should be required to take the test are those of any age who have been involved in accidents or have been issued tickets for driving infractions. In fact, the only ticket I ever received was in the ’70s,