PRico skips bond payments, asks US for help

PRico skips bond payments, asks US for help

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Business, Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The speaker reflects on a difficult decision made as a governor, expressing sadness over not being able to pursue grand construction projects due to the need to address a fiscal crisis. The financial situation involves paying interest on loans while the principal remains unpaid, leading to potential legal challenges. The speaker emphasizes the importance of considering the broader consequences of these litigations, which may involve judges from various jurisdictions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the governor's initial aspiration before dealing with the fiscal crisis?

To reduce taxes

To improve healthcare

To be known for grand construction projects

To manage a fiscal crisis

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much interest is being paid according to the governor?

$100 million

$50 million

$22 million

$367 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the principal amount that remains unpaid?

$100 million

$22 million

$500 million

$367 million

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the governor anticipate as a result of the unpaid principal?

Infrastructure development

Economic growth

Legal disputes

Increased taxes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who might be involved in the legal disputes according to the governor?

International judges

Only federal judges

Only local judges

Local and federal judges