Walmart, Starbucks Among Retailers Dropping Mask Requirements

Several major retailers, including Trader Joe's, Walmart, and Starbucks, have updated their mask policies to allow fully vaccinated customers to shop without masks. This change is contingent on the absence of state or local mask mandates. The decision follows new guidance from the CDC, prompting other retailers like Target and CVS to reconsider their own policies.

Which of the following retailers is allowing fully vaccinated customers to shop without a mask?

• Trader Joe's

• Walgreens

• Target

• CVS

What condition must be met for the new mask policies to apply?

• The store must be in a state with a low COVID-19 case count.

• The store must be in a state with a mask mandate.

• The store must be in a state without a mask mandate.

• The store must be in a state with a high vaccination rate.

What is the main factor influencing the new mask policies in stores?

• The store's revenue

• The store's size

• The store's location

• The number of customers

What prompted the companies to announce the change in mask policy?

• An increase in vaccination rates

• A change in CDC guidance

• A decrease in COVID-19 cases

• A new government law

Which retailers are still re-evaluating their mask policies?

• Sam's Club and Starbucks

• Target and CVS

• Costco and Publix

• Trader Joe's and Walmart