Weekly Jobless Claims Remain Elevated at 860,000

Weekly Jobless Claims Remain Elevated at 860,000

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The video discusses the current economic situation, highlighting unemployment rates and the need for fiscal support. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell emphasizes the importance of a vaccine for economic recovery. President Trump suggests a vaccine could be available soon, while CDC Director Robert Redfield predicts a later timeline. The video concludes with a call for action to address these economic and health challenges.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the recent trend in unemployment claims according to the report?

Higher than expected

Lower than expected

Unchanged from previous weeks

Significantly increased

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic concern is highlighted due to disappointing retail sales?

Decrease in exports

Rise in interest rates

Increase in inflation

Slow decline in unemployment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell emphasize as necessary for economic recovery?

More fiscal support

Reduced government spending

Higher interest rates

Increased exports

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to President Trump, when could a vaccine potentially be announced?

In the first quarter of next year

In October or shortly after

By the end of next year

By the end of this month

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the CDC Director's prediction for the vaccine timeline?

By the end of this year

In the first quarter of next year

In the second quarter of next year

By the third quarter of next year