Port of L.A. Director Says More Federal Funding Needed for West Coast

Port of L.A. Director Says More Federal Funding Needed for West Coast

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The video discusses the role of the Port of Los Angeles in US trade, highlighting the challenges faced in the supply chain due to increased demand and infrastructure limitations. It covers labor dynamics, productivity improvements, and the involvement of the federal government in addressing these issues. The video also explores future demand and potential solutions to improve the supply chain's efficiency.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of US container imports come through the Port of LA?

30%

20%

50%

40%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a significant topic of discussion regarding the Port of LA?

Environmental regulations

Infrastructure investment

Labor strikes

Port security

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much has vessel productivity improved since the surge started last summer?

40%

20%

50%

30%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the federal government's roles in addressing supply chain issues?

Hiring more dock workers

Reducing port taxes

Implementing an executive order on supply chain

Increasing tariffs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of truck appointments go unused daily at the port?

10%

30%

20%

40%

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is expected to happen to import cargo in the future?

It will decrease significantly

It will plateau

It will continue to rise indefinitely

It will fluctuate unpredictably

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor in maintaining communication with ports in China?

Language barriers

Rolling COVID-19 waves

Trade agreements

Cultural differences