VOICED : Mondragon, a huge

The video discusses the Sputnik microwave, a product from Mondragon, a large cooperative in Spain. It highlights the microwave's innovative design and Mondragon's significant role in reducing unemployment in the Basque Country. The cooperative's resilience during Spain's economic crisis is attributed to employee ownership and involvement in decision-making, including wage cuts to preserve jobs.

What is the unique design feature of the new microwave developed by Mondragon?

• It has a spherical layout.

• It uses solar power.

• It is designed to be portable.

• It is shaped like a cube.

How has Mondragon contributed to the Basque Country's employment rate?

• By outsourcing jobs to other countries.

• By being a major employer in the region.

• By focusing solely on local markets.

• By reducing the number of employees.

What is one of the key factors in Mondragon's success during the economic crisis?

• Government subsidies.

• Employee ownership and involvement.

• Reducing product quality.

• High employee turnover.

What action did Mondragon employees take to preserve jobs during the crisis?

• They increased their working hours.

• They outsourced their jobs.

• They accepted a wage cut.

• They went on strike.

How did Mondragon manage to recover sales during the economic downturn?

• By reducing production.

• By boosting international sales.

• By increasing prices.

• By focusing on domestic sales only.