China Locks Down Area Around Largest IPhone Factory

The transcript discusses the potential impact of a seven-day lockdown at the Foxconn plant on Apple's supply chain. Foxconn, employing over a million people in China, faces challenges in managing the lockdown, including inadequate worker management and logistics. The closed loop system, where workers live on-site, requires significant effort to ensure proper living conditions. The situation could affect Apple's ability to deliver iPhones.

What is the duration of the potential lockdown at the Foxconn plant area?

• Ten days

• Five days

• Three days

• Seven days

How many people does Foxconn employ across China?

• 500,000

• 1,000,000

• 1,500,000

• 2,000,000

What were some of the issues faced by Foxconn workers during the lockdown?

• Inadequate food supply

• Poor communication

• Insufficient medical facilities

• Lack of transportation

What is a 'closed loop' system in the context of factory lockdowns?

• A system where workers commute daily

• A system where workers live on site

• A system where workers work remotely

• A system where workers rotate shifts

What could be the impact of the lockdown on Apple's product deliveries?

• Improved quality

• Reduced costs

• Delayed deliveries

• Increased production