FAILED BRANDS WSC 2025 GLOBALS

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George Westinghouse is known for his work in developing ___ current (AC).

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What animal is featured in RCA’s most iconic logo?

• Cat

• Terrier dog

• Falcon

• Rabbit

• Fox

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What phrase is associated with RCA’s famous logo?

• The Sound of the Future

• Technology for the People

• His Master’s Voice

• Home of the Phonograph

• Radio for America

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What role did RCA play in U.S. media history?

• It founded the Library of Congress

• It developed early color film

• It helped establish NBC

• It owned the FCC

• It controlled all AM radio

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What event marked the beginning of RCA’s decline?

• Collapse of FM technology

• Rise of streaming media

• Competition from Japanese electronics

• Nationalization by the U.S.

• Ban on television advertising

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What company acquired RCA in 1986?

• IBM

• Sony

• General Electric

• Microsoft

• AT&T

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What is RCA today primarily used for?

• High-end sound studios

• DIY electronics stores

• Licensed branding on electronics

• Space exploration research

• Military defense products

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What major engineering innovation did Westinghouse promote?

• Satellite radio

• Solar-powered engines

• Alternating current (AC) power

• High-speed rail systems

• Wind turbines

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What famous scientific rivalry featured Westinghouse?

• Tesla vs. Einstein

• Morse vs. Marconi

• Westinghouse vs. Edison

• Bell vs. Hertz

• Curie vs. Planck

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What event helped prove the superiority of AC power?

• First car radio launch

• 1939 World’s Fair

• 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago

• The Moon landing

• Hoover Dam inauguration

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What is Westinghouse best known for today?

• Fashion design

• Biomedical implants

• Nuclear power technology

• Streaming platforms

• Audio recording

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What happened to Westinghouse’s consumer electronics arm in the 1990s?

• Bought by General Motors

• Spun off into an Italian company

• Absorbed by CBS Corporation

• Rebranded as Sony America

• Closed after fraud investigation

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Which of the following are associated with Westinghouse's legacy in engineering and innovation?

• Development of alternating current (AC)

• Pioneering nuclear energy technologies

• Winning the War of Currents

• Invention of the phonograph

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What branding strategy keeps Westinghouse alive today?

• Crowdfunded documentaries

• Animated mascot campaigns

• Licensing its name to electronics

• Merging with Microsoft

• Podcast sponsorships

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What was the main outcome of the War of Currents?

• Edison's DC system became the standard for power transmission

• Westinghouse's AC system proved more efficient and became widely adopted

• Both AC and DC systems were abandoned

• Neither system was used for long-distance transmission

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Which of the following statements about Polaroid's history and revival is correct?

• Polaroid never faced bankruptcy and continued to grow steadily.

• Polaroid was revived under Polaroid Originals in 2017 after facing bankruptcy.

• Polaroid only produced digital cameras and never used instant film.

• Polaroid's products were never used in art or pop culture.

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What unique feature made Polaroid famous?

• Infrared night vision

• Self-charging batteries

• Instant photo development

• Remote drone capture

• Digital filters

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What decade saw Polaroid become a pop icon?

• 1950s

• 1960s

• 1970s and 1980s

• 1990s

• 2000s

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Which artist is known for using Polaroid in his work?

• Keith Haring

• Andy Warhol

• Banksy

• Jean-Michel Basquiat

• Salvador Dalí

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What caused Polaroid’s decline?

• Patent lawsuits

• Color film shortages

• Digital photography revolution

• Climate activism

• Competition from holograms

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What company led Polaroid’s revival in the 2010s?

• FujiFilm

• Kodak

• The Impossible Project

• Canon

• Tesla

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What Polaroid model was famously “rebooted” in 2017?

• Polaroid Cube

• SnapTouch

• 3310

• OneStep

• Polaroid Originals 600

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What kind of customer did RadioShack primarily serve in its early years?

• Photographers and stylists

• DIY electronics hobbyists

• Farmers and toolmakers

• Airline engineers

• College athletes

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What nickname is often affectionately used for RadioShack?

• The Circuit Wizard

• Shacktopia

• The Hobbyist's Heaven

• The Shack

• RadioHub

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What product line helped RadioShack stand out in the early computer era?

• Dell Inspiron

• TRS-80 personal computers

• IBM ThinkPads

• Apple Newton

• Sinclair ZX Spectrum

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Which of the following best describes RadioShack's legacy in popular culture and among collectors?

• It is remembered for its failed ventures into crypto services only.

• Its quirky nickname and vintage electronics continue to inspire music, film, and collectors.

• It is known solely for its online presence today.

• It was never popular among DIY enthusiasts.

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How many times did RadioShack file for bankruptcy?

• Once

• Twice

• Three times

• Never

• Four times

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What major challenge led to RadioShack’s downfall?

• Global chip shortages

• Patent infringement lawsuits

• Competition from online retailers

• Laws banning home electronics

• Flooding at distribution centers

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What modern product category did RadioShack briefly experiment with?

• Cryptocurrency services

• Virtual pets

• Home appliances

• Bicycle repair tools

• Handmade jewelry kits

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What unique branding element helped Gateway stand out in the personal computer market during its early years?

• Direct sales model

• Affordable pricing

• Cows

• Advanced technology

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Select all the factors that contributed to RadioShack's bankruptcy and reinvention.

• Competition from online retailers

• Outdated store formats

• Successful expansion into crypto services

• Declining interest in vintage electronics

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What made Gateway’s product packaging instantly recognizable?

• Bright orange stripes

• Cow-spotted boxes

• Recycled green paper

• Laser-cut logos

• Holographic tape

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What business model helped Gateway compete with early PC makers?

• Preloaded cloud software

• Mall-only pop-up stores

• Direct-to-consumer sales

• Free upgrades for teachers

• Loyalty program by referral

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What U.S. state was central to Gateway’s branding?

• Texas

• California

• Iowa

• Maine

• Oregon

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What company acquired Gateway in 2007?

• HP

• IBM

• Dell

• Acer

• Lenovo

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Where are modern Gateway laptops most often sold today?

• Best Buy

• Micro Center

• Amazon only

• Apple Stores

• Walmart

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What was Nokia’s original industry in the 19th century?

• Glassblowing

• Steel production

• Pulp and paper

• Textiles

• Mining

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What classic Nokia phone became famous for its durability?

• N-Gage

• Nokia Lumia

• Nokia 3310

• Nokia Flip 9000

• Nokia Maxx

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What company acquired Nokia’s mobile division in 2014?

• Samsung

• Huawei

• Google

• Microsoft

• Apple

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What role does Nokia play in today’s technology landscape?

• Social media management

• Telecom infrastructure

• Streaming services

• Cloud gaming

• Digital advertising

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Who revived the Nokia phone brand after Microsoft?

• Xiaomi

• LG

• HMD Global

• Motorola

• Ericsson

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What factors contributed to Sansui's reputation as a high-quality audio equipment brand during its golden age?

• Its affordable pricing and mass-market appeal

• Precision engineering and innovative designs

• Aggressive marketing campaigns

• Focus on portable audio devices

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Which of the following statements about Sansui's legacy and modern presence are correct?

• Sansui is still a leading producer of high-end hi-fi gear.

• The Sansui name now appears on modern electronics through licensing deals.

• Vintage Sansui equipment is valued by collectors for its warm sound.

• Sansui's commitment to quality audio design influences modern licensed products.

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What were the main reasons for the collapse of Eastern Air Lines, and what lessons can be learned from its history?

• Technological obsolescence and lack of innovation

• Labor disputes, fierce competition, and financial mismanagement

• Overexpansion into international markets

• Failure to adapt to jet engine technology

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What country was Sansui founded in?

• Korea

• USA

• China

• Japan

• Germany

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What type of product made Sansui famous?

• Cameras

• Smartwatches

• Amplifiers and receivers

• CD burners

• Turntables with lasers

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What led to Sansui’s decline in the 1980s–1990s?

• Fire at its main factory

• Laws banning analog sound

• Intense competition from rivals like Sony

• Global tax fraud

• Decline in FM radio licensing

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What is Sansui’s role today in the consumer market?

• Produces luxury car speakers

• Offers smart mirrors and TVs

• A licensed brand on modern electronics

• Partnered with Spotify to curate playlists

• Manufactures audio gear for NASA

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What aspect of vintage Sansui gear is most prized by collectors?

• Touchscreens

• Metallic finish

• Warm analog sound quality

• LED light patterns

• Waterproof design

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What nickname was used for Eastern Air Lines and its peers?

• The Cloud Nine Crew

• The Big Four Airlines

• Air Kings

• The Flying Union

• Jet Age Giants

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What type of aircraft was part of Eastern’s Silverliner fleet?

• Boeing 707

• Lockheed Constellation

• Concorde

• McDonnell Douglas DC-10

• Airbus A330

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What business tactic did Frank Lorenzo famously use?

• Selling tickets with crypto

• Using bankruptcy to break union contracts

• Offering free flights to veterans

• Allowing pilots to vote on routes

• Investing in weather prediction tech

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When did Eastern Air Lines officially shut down?

• 1981

• 1986

• 1991

• 1995

• 2001

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What key issue led to the airline’s collapse?

• Bird strike damage

• Global pandemic

• Labor disputes and mismanagement

• New noise regulations

• Airport slot restrictions

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What happened to the Eastern Air Lines name after 1991?

• Retired permanently

• Bought by Boeing

• Revived by investor groups twice

• Trademarked by a theme park

• Sold to Air France