AMD Buying Chipmaker Xilinx for $35 Billion

AMD Buying Chipmaker Xilinx for $35 Billion

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The video discusses the historical context of technology in San Jose, highlighting figures like David Packard and Mr. Hewlett. It announces the merger of AMD and Xilinx, emphasizing its significance in the semiconductor industry. The merger, valued at $35 billion, will impact 11,000 employees, marking a historic moment for American technology.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the historical figures mentioned in the context of San Jose's technology history?

Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos

Steve Jobs and Bill Gates

Mark Zuckerberg and Larry Page

David Packard and Mr. Hewlett

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30 sec • 1 pt

Which two companies are involved in the merger discussed in the video?

Intel and Nvidia

AMD and Xilinx

Apple and Microsoft

Google and Amazon

3.

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30 sec • 1 pt

How far apart are Santa Clara and San Jose, where the companies involved in the merger are located?

15 miles

10 miles

4 miles

20 miles

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What is the value of the merger between AMD and Xilinx?

$35 billion

$40 billion

$20 billion

$50 billion

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How many employees will be affected by the merger?

11,000 employees

5,000 employees

8,000 employees

15,000 employees