Why are firms so set on the exact age of candidates?

Are any other job markets like this?  Look at Robin Judson job board or other postings on LinkedIn. Or chat with headhunters. So many have requirements like:

1-3 years 

8-12 years

4-7 years

6-12 years

3-8 years

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