Mothercare to Close over 100 UK Stores

Mothercare, a British brand, faces financial challenges with a 73% drop in UK profits, leading to the closure of 110 stores. Despite this, the company is expanding internationally, opening 166 new stores in countries with growing middle classes like India and China. While there is still brand loyalty in the UK, the closures will result in 250 job losses.

What percentage did Mothercare's profits fall by in the UK last year?

• 90%

• 25%

• 73%

• 50%

Which countries are mentioned as having a burgeoning middle class that Mothercare is targeting?

• USA, Canada, Australia

• India, China, South America

• Russia, Japan, South Korea

• Germany, France, Italy

How many stores did Mothercare open internationally while closing some in the UK?

• 200

• 250

• 166

• 100

What are some of the safety items that customers associate with Mothercare?

• Clothing and shoes

• Laptops and tablets

• Push chairs and car seats

• Bicycles and helmets

How many employees are expected to lose their jobs due to the store closures?

• 250

• 400

• 500

• 100