Can Jay Powell Help Gen Z?

Can Jay Powell Help Gen Z?

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The video discusses the financial challenges faced by younger generations, focusing on credit card debt, student loans, savings, and inflation. It highlights the increase in debt and delinquency rates, particularly among Gen Z and millennials. The video also examines the impact of inflation on wages and the cost of living, as well as the unequal effects of economic policies. It concludes with suggestions for policy changes and solutions to support younger generations in achieving financial stability.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the main financial challenges currently affecting younger generations?

Increasing wages and job opportunities

Decreasing auto loan rates

Credit card debt, student loans, savings, and inflation

High savings rates and low inflation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which generation has seen the largest increase in debt over the past 20 years?

Gen Z and Millennials

Generation X

Baby Boomers

Silent Generation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of millennials live paycheck to paycheck?

70%

50%

80%

60%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated amount of student loan debt that the forgiveness plan aims to cancel?

$100 billion

$600 billion

$250 billion

$450 billion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one proposed solution to help younger generations achieve financial stability?

Reducing financial education in schools

Implementing more loan forgiveness programs

Increasing taxes on younger people

Eliminating all student loans