Musk Sells $1.1 Billion Tesla Stock to Meet Taxes

Musk Sells $1.1 Billion Tesla Stock to Meet Taxes

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The video discusses Elon Musk's sale of Tesla shares to meet tax obligations related to stock options. It covers the facts of the transaction, including the number of shares sold and the price. The video also explores public opinion, as reflected in a Twitter poll, and speculates on Musk's future actions. Despite the sale, Tesla shares rose in after-hours trading, contrary to typical market behavior. The regulatory filing confirms the sale was to meet tax obligations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Elon Musk sell 934,000 shares of Tesla stock?

To donate to charity

To meet tax obligations from stock options

To buy a new company

To invest in a new project

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the result of the Twitter poll regarding Musk's stock sale?

42% voted against the sale

58% voted for the sale

58% voted against the sale

42% voted for the sale

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Tesla shares did Elon Musk originally own?

170 million

100 million

200 million

150 million

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the market reaction to Musk's stock sale?

The shares dropped significantly

The shares remained stable

The shares rose in after-hours trading

The shares were unaffected

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the regulatory filing state about the purpose of Musk's stock sale?

To support a charitable cause

To meet tax obligations on stock options

To fund a new business venture

To comply with a court order