What to expect in the Chancellor's Budget 2021

What to expect in the Chancellor's Budget 2021

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The video discusses the unusual 19% GDP deficit, likening it to wartime budgets. It highlights the balancing act required by Mr. Sunak to manage the pandemic through fiscal support while considering future debt management.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the typical context in which a 19% GDP deficit is expected?

During economic booms

In periods of low inflation

In times of war

During peacetime

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge Mr. Sunak faces in managing the pandemic?

Reducing taxes

Balancing fiscal support with future planning

Increasing government spending

Cutting public services

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key considerations for managing the pandemic according to the video?

Providing fiscal support to businesses and people

Increasing interest rates

Reducing the national debt immediately

Focusing solely on healthcare

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be considered when planning future fiscal strategies?

How to increase the deficit further

How to manage high levels of deficit and debt

How to eliminate all taxes

How to reduce government size

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential consequence of not managing high levels of deficit and debt effectively?

Increased economic growth

Higher inflation and interest rates

Lower unemployment

Stronger currency value