As Trump prepares to take office, ports and dockworkers are facing down a new strike

As Trump prepares to take office, ports and dockworkers are facing down a new strike

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of financial experts regarding the automation of US ports?

Rising inflation

Decreased port efficiency

Improved safety measures

Increased job opportunities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are union members opposed to the introduction of more technology at ports?

It will reduce their wages

It will lead to job losses

It will increase their workload

It will decrease port safety

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen if an agreement is not reached by January 15th?

Union members will receive a pay raise

Inflation will decrease

Port efficiency will improve

A new strike could occur

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What stance did president-elect Donald Trump take regarding automation at ports?

He fully supports automation

He believes the savings are not worth the harm to workers

He thinks automation will create more jobs

He has no opinion on the matter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might global competition affect US ports according to the report?

Shippers might choose faster ports elsewhere

It will make US ports more competitive

It will reduce the need for automation

It will lead to more job opportunities