America's wealth gap is getting wider

America's wealth gap is getting wider

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The video discusses the growing wealth gap in America, highlighting wage increases at Waffle House and Elon Musk's substantial pay package. It explores the disparity in wealth distribution, noting that the top 10% of households hold nearly 70% of wealth, while the bottom 50% hold only 2.5%. The video also examines the impact of education and race on income and wealth, and the broader social implications of these disparities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the initial discussion on inequality?

The impact of inequality on global politics

The effects of inequality beyond just income

The historical context of inequality

The role of technology in increasing inequality

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change is happening at Waffle House starting June 2024?

Expansion to international markets

Introduction of a new menu

A merger with another company

A wage increase for employees

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the pay package of Tesla's CEO compare to the wage increase at Waffle House?

It is not mentioned in the context of Waffle House

It is significantly larger, highlighting a disparity

It is smaller, showing a focus on employee welfare

It is about the same, indicating industry standards

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of wealth is held by the wealthiest 10% of American households?

80%

70%

60%

50%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the wealth of Black families compare to that of white families?

Black families own about $0.10 for every dollar of white family wealth

Black families own about $0.75 for every dollar of white family wealth

Black families own about $0.23 for every dollar of white family wealth

Black families own about $0.50 for every dollar of white family wealth