Yellen Would Ensure There Will Be Inclusion For All: David Wilcox

Yellen Would Ensure There Will Be Inclusion For All: David Wilcox

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The transcript discusses the decline in economic mobility in the U.S., highlighting the disparity in opportunities between privileged groups and people of color. The pandemic has exacerbated these inequalities, leading to discussions about a K-shaped recovery. Janet Yellen's potential role as Treasury Secretary is explored, emphasizing her focus on inclusive economic policies. The importance of a tight labor market in reducing inequality is also discussed, referencing Arthur Okun's concept of a 'hot economy' benefiting marginalized groups.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant change in the American economic story discussed in the first section?

Increased economic mobility

Decline in economic mobility

Economic mobility unaffected by education

Stable economic mobility

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group historically had more access to economic opportunities according to the first section?

African Americans

People of color

Whites

All groups equally

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic concept did President-elect Biden discuss in relation to the pandemic recovery?

K-shaped recovery

V-shaped recovery

L-shaped recovery

U-shaped recovery

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is mentioned as a key figure in addressing economic inequality in the second section?

Arthur Okun

Alan Greenspan

Janet Yellen

President Trump

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a benefit of a tight labor market as discussed in the third section?

Stable wage growth

Greater wage growth

Increased unemployment

Decreased wage growth