VOICED : Cadena británica Marks and Spencer anuncia supresión de 7.000 empleos

Marks & Spencer plans to cut 7,000 jobs over the next three months due to the COVID-19 pandemic and reduced in-store customer traffic. The company aims to adapt to new consumer habits by focusing on online sales, which have increased by over 39% in the clothing and home products sector. Despite a 10% drop in overall sales from June to August, Marks & Spencer intends to hire new staff for its online operations. For more information, visit their website.

What is the primary reason for Marks & Spencer's decision to cut 7,000 jobs?

• Increase in store footfall

• Introduction of new product lines

• Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic

• Expansion into new markets

What is the total number of employees Marks & Spencer has worldwide?

• 50,000

• 60,000

• 100,000

• 80,000

How does Marks & Spencer plan to adapt to changing consumer habits?

• By opening more physical stores

• By focusing on online sales

• By reducing product variety

• By increasing in-store promotions

What was the percentage increase in online sales for Marks & Spencer's clothing and home products?

• 25%

• 39%

• 50%

• 10%

During which months did Marks & Spencer experience a 10% drop in sales?

• June to August

• April to June

• May to July

• August to October