Economy Unexpectedly Adds 2.5 Million Jobs In May

Economy Unexpectedly Adds 2.5 Million Jobs In May

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The US economy added 2.5 million jobs, reducing the unemployment rate from 14.7% to 13.3%. The Labor Department attributes this to the reopening of the economy, with significant employment growth in leisure, hospitality, construction, education, health services, and retail. President Trump highlighted the economic recovery, while Joe Biden criticized the premature celebration, noting ongoing challenges. Despite improvements, the economy has a long way to go to return to pre-pandemic levels.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unexpected positive change in the US economy according to the report?

A decrease in the unemployment rate to 10%

An addition of 2.5 million jobs

A rise in the stock market by 5%

A reduction in national debt

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Which sectors saw a significant rise in employment due to the reopening of the economy?

Technology and finance

Transportation and logistics

Leisure, hospitality, and retail trade

Agriculture and mining

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How did President Trump describe the state of the US economy during the pandemic?

As the weakest in history

As the greatest economy in the world

As struggling but improving

As unaffected by the pandemic

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was Joe Biden's reaction to President Trump's comments on the economy?

He was disturbed by the President's optimism

He praised the President's efforts

He agreed with the President's assessment

He remained neutral on the issue

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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According to Joe Biden, what is the current state of the US economy?

It has fully recovered

It is on the brink of collapse

It still has a long way to go

It is better than ever