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WorksheetsCurrent Events: April 21, 2025
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which industry in Wisconsin reported the highest job growth in April 2024?
Manufacturing
Healthcare
Agriculture
Retail
What was the national unemployment rate in the United States as reported for April 2024?
3.8%
4.0%
4.2%
5.0%
Which of the following best describes consumer spending trends in the United States during April 2024?
Decreased significantly
Remained unchanged
Increased moderately
Dropped to a record low
In April 2024, which Wisconsin city was noted for a significant increase in new business startups?
Madison
Green Bay
Milwaukee
Eau Claire
Which age group showed the largest increase in employment nationally in April 2024?
16-24
25-34
35-44
55+
If Wisconsin’s unemployment rate decreased from 3.5% in March to 3.2% in April 2024, what is the percentage point change?
0.1%
0.2%
0.3%
0.5%
Given that consumer spending on durable goods increased by 2% in April 2024, what might this suggest about consumer confidence?
Consumers are less confident
Consumers are more confident
No change in confidence
Consumers are saving more
If the national employment rate is 96.2%, what is the corresponding unemployment rate?
2.8%
3.8%
4.2%
5.0%
A Wisconsin manufacturer increased its workforce by 10% in April 2024. If it had 500 employees in March, how many employees does it have now?
510
550
600
650
If consumer spending in Wisconsin rose by $200 million in April 2024 compared to March, what could be a possible reason for this increase?
Higher unemployment
Lower wages
Increased job growth
Decreased tourism
Analyze how a rise in national employment rates could impact consumer spending patterns in Wisconsin.
It would likely decrease consumer spending
It would likely increase consumer spending
It would have no effect
It would cause consumer spending to fluctuate randomly
Suppose Wisconsin’s economic growth outpaces the national average for three consecutive months. What strategic advantage might this provide for the state?
Reduced investment opportunities
Increased attractiveness for new businesses
Higher unemployment rates
Decreased consumer confidence
A report shows that consumer spending in the U.S. shifted from goods to services in April 2024. What could be a strategic implication for Wisconsin businesses?
Focus more on manufacturing goods
Expand service-oriented offerings
Reduce investment in services
Ignore the trend
Who passed away this week?
George W. Bush
Pope Francis
Bill Clinton
Google announced this week that it plans to sell some of its business interests to avoid its monopolistic practices. What company plans to purchase Chrome?
Microsoft
Chat GPT
Firefox
Duck Duck Go
