Gold Falls on Switzerlands Three ÷No Votes

Gold Falls on Switzerlands Three ÷No Votes

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The video covers George Osborne's plans for the UK's economic growth, focusing on productivity, exports, and skills development. It also discusses Switzerland's recent ballot decisions on tax breaks, immigration, and gold reserves. Additionally, it highlights the decline in China's manufacturing index due to pollution control measures.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main focuses of George Osborne's plan for the UK economy?

Improving productivity

Reducing exports

Decreasing infrastructure spending

Increasing welfare payments

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries does George Osborne suggest the UK should focus on for export markets?

Australia, New Zealand, and Japan

USA, Canada, and Mexico

China, India, and Brazil

Germany, France, and Italy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Swiss vote against in their recent ballot?

All of the above

Requiring the Central Bank to hold 30% of its assets in gold

Imposing a strict immigration policy

Increasing tax breaks for wealthy foreigners

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the Swiss vote on the commodity market?

Gold prices increased

Gold prices decreased

Oil prices increased

Oil prices decreased

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the drop in China's manufacturing PMI?

Government incentives for manufacturing

Increased production

Factory shutdowns to curb pollution

Higher demand for exports