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Lloyds, the UK's largest lender, reported a 41% increase in third-quarter profits, with plans to cut 9,000 jobs as more customers switch to online banking. The bank is also considering tighter regulations due to misconduct in trading. A proposed EU surcharge of over €2 billion is being contested by the UK. In the US, new guidelines suggest isolating individuals exposed to Ebola for 21 days.

What was the percentage increase in Lloyds' third-quarter profit?

• 41%

• 50%

• 60%

• 30%

What action is Lloyds planning to take in response to more customers using online banking?

• Cut 9000 jobs

• Increase branch network

• Hire more staff

• Expand overseas

What is the proposed EU surcharge related to?

• Currency fluctuations

• Economic outperformance

• Trade deficits

• Economic underperformance

Who has rejected the EU surcharge demand?

• German Chancellor

• French President

• British Prime Minister

• Italian Prime Minister

What is the duration for which individuals exposed to Ebola should be isolated according to US guidelines?

• 28 days

• 7 days

• 21 days

• 14 days