VOICED : Nuevos recortes a presupuesto de Rio 2016

The organizers of the Río 2016 Olympics announced budget cuts, including reducing volunteers and transportation resources. Despite these cuts, the subway expansion is nearly complete and is expected to positively impact Río's economy. The overall budget remains balanced despite currency fluctuations.

What was one of the budget cuts announced by the Rio 2016 Olympics organizers?

• Building a new stadium

• Canceling a floating stand for rowing

• Hiring more drivers

• Increasing the number of volunteers

How many volunteers were planned after the budget cuts?

• 70,000

• 40,000

• 60,000

• 50,000

What percentage of the subway expansion in Rio was completed according to the report?

• 75%

• 95%

• 83%

• 90%

How many cars will be available for the Olympic family after the reduction?

• 5,000

• 4,000

• 6,000

• 3,000

What is the total budget for the Rio 2016 Olympics?

• $1.7 billion

• $1.5 billion

• $1.83 billion

• $2 billion