Davos 2017: The Final Day at the World Economic Forum

Davos 2017: The Final Day at the World Economic Forum

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the weak growth in global investment and trade due to uncertainties, highlighting the importance of investment for future growth. It covers the US commitment to NATO under President Trump and the changing attitudes of business leaders towards him. The video also examines the complexities of global interdependence, as seen in Brexit, and the challenges of creating a fair global trading system, suggesting two approaches: building barriers or breaking them down.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons for the weak growth of the global economy?

Stable political environment

High consumer spending

Uncertainties affecting investment

Strong investment growth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did President-elect Donald Trump convey his stance on NATO?

By expressing strong commitment to NATO

By withdrawing from NATO

By reducing military spending

By forming a new alliance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of business leaders in Davos to Donald Trump's election?

They supported his opponent

They ignored his policies

They hailed him as a great economic statesman

They refused to engage with him

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of the global trading system mentioned in the video?

It has many unleveled playing field issues

It is completely free

It is isolated from political influences

It is entirely fair

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two approaches to dealing with trade barriers mentioned?

Increasing tariffs and reducing exports

Building new alliances and ignoring barriers

Putting up barriers or working to break them down

Focusing on domestic markets and avoiding trade