U.S. Unemployment Rate Dips to 5.8%, Wage Growth Lags

The video covers several key topics: the US unemployment rate has dropped to 5.8%, the lowest in six years, but wage growth is below expectations. Sears Holdings' shares have surged by 30% as the company considers forming a real estate investment trust. Ford is making executive changes to improve its European sales. Finally, the Ebola scare in Texas is over, with the last person being monitored cleared after a 21-day quarantine.

What was the recent unemployment rate mentioned, and how does it compare historically?

• 6.8%, the lowest in six years

• 5.8%, the lowest in six years

• 5.8%, the highest in six years

• 5.8%, the lowest in a decade

What was the main reason for the rise in Sears Holdings' shares?

• A merger with another company

• Consideration of forming a real estate investment trust

• An increase in quarterly profits

• A new product launch

What strategic move is Ford making to improve its sales in Europe?

• Increasing marketing budget

• Swapping executives

• Closing underperforming dealerships

• Launching a new car model

How long is the maximum incubation period for Ebola, as mentioned in the video?

• 21 days

• 7 days

• 14 days

• 28 days

Who was the Liberian national mentioned in the Ebola cases in Texas?

• Thomas Eric Duncan

• John Doe

• Eric Thomas

• Duncan Eric Thomas