Global Stock Markets Plunge After Surge In Reported Coronavirus Cases

The transcript discusses the impact of a spike in coronavirus cases on global stock markets, with significant drops in the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and NASDAQ indices. South Korea and Italy also saw declines in their stock indices due to increased cases. The global infection count exceeds 79,000, with over 2,600 deaths, mostly in China. The World Health Organization has not yet declared a pandemic but advises countries to prepare.

What is the total number of confirmed coronavirus infections reported worldwide?

• 79,000

• 100,000

• 50,000

• 200,000

What did the World Health Organization say about declaring a pandemic?

• It's too early to declare a pandemic

• A pandemic has already been declared

• Countries should not worry

• Pandemic is inevitable