Elon Musk Plans to Cut Twitter's Workforce By 75%: Washington Post

Elon Musk Plans to Cut Twitter's Workforce By 75%: Washington Post

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The transcript discusses the potential for significant layoffs at Twitter following Elon Musk's acquisition. It highlights the possibility of reducing staff by up to 75%, though this figure might be exaggerated. The conversation also touches on the typical process of acquisition, which often involves restructuring and reprioritizing company goals. The acquisition process is nearing completion, with both parties agreeing on the deal's price, and the final steps are underway.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential percentage of Twitter employees that might be laid off according to the discussion?

80%

75%

60%

50%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a possible outcome after the layoffs at Twitter?

No further changes

Immediate hiring of new staff

Rebuilding with new priorities

Complete shutdown of the company

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the current status of the Twitter acquisition process?

It is on hold

It has been completed

It is moving forward

It has been canceled

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the deadline for the completion of the Twitter acquisition?

December 15th

October 28th

November 1st

January 5th

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial arrangements are mentioned as part of the acquisition process?

Crowdfunding

Equity and debt financing

New stock issuance

Government grants