Unit 5: A Comparative Analysis of Streaming Services

What significant change did Netflix make in 2007 that transformed its business model?

• Introduced ad-supported tiers
• Pivoted to streaming
• Increased DVD rentals
• Expanded into live sports

How did Netflix initially compete with Blockbuster?

• By offering streaming services
• By providing DVD rentals by mail
• By opening physical stores
• By creating original content

What was a major factor in Netflix's rapid growth from 2012 to 2020?

• Acquisition of Blockbuster
• Focus on original content
• Partnerships with theaters
• Reduction of subscription prices

What percentage of Netflix's catalog was licensed content by 2017?

• 50%
• 70%
• 93.2%
• 100%

What was the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on movie theaters?

• Increased attendance
• Permanent closures of some theaters
• Higher box office revenues
• Expansion of theater chains

What strategy did AMC adopt to survive during the pandemic?

• Investing in streaming services
• Issuing preferred stock
• Reducing ticket prices
• Expanding to international markets

What is one of the main challenges YouTube faces as a platform?

• Creating original content
• Managing user-generated content
• Competing with cable TV
• Increasing subscription fees

How did YouTube initially monetize its platform?

• Subscription fees
• Ad revenue
• Selling merchandise
• Licensing content

What was a significant consequence of Netflix's aggressive spending on content?

• Increased stock prices
• Loss of subscribers
• Market cap growth
• Investor satisfaction

What was the primary reason for the decline in Netflix's stock in 2022?

• Increased competition
• High production costs
• Loss of subscribers
• Poor marketing strategies