Ruble Prompts Apple to Halt Online Sales in Russia

Ruble Prompts Apple to Halt Online Sales in Russia

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The video covers several key topics: the Federal Reserve's potential decision to maintain low interest rates, Apple's suspension of online sales in Russia due to the ruble's instability, Bill Ackman's renewed criticism of Herbalife as a pyramid scheme, and the US's plan to normalize relations with Cuba after decades of embargo. Each topic is discussed with insights from experts and recent developments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action are policymakers considering regarding interest rates?

Maintaining interest rates near zero for a considerable time

Increasing interest rates significantly

Reducing interest rates to negative values

Eliminating interest rates altogether

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Apple halt online sales in Russia?

To focus on other markets

Because of the ruble's instability

Due to a lack of demand

In response to a government request

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What accusation has Bill Ackman made against Herbalife?

It is a non-profit organization

It is a legitimate business

It is a pyramid scheme

It is a tech company

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did President Obama announce regarding Cuba?

Closing the US embassy in Cuba

Normalizing diplomatic and trade relations

Increasing military presence

Imposing stricter sanctions

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was released by Cuba, paving the way for improved US-Cuba relations?

An American tourist

A Russian spy

A Cuban diplomat

Alan Gross