Toys R Us

When was Toys R Us founded?

• 1972

• 1965

• 1957

• 1948

What was the original name of the company's mascot, Jeffrey the giraffe?

• Mr. G Giraffe

• Dr. G Wrath

• Sir J Giraffe

• Jeffrey the Elephant

In which year did Toys R Us file for bankruptcy?

• 2015

• 2016

• 2018

• 2017

What type of bankruptcy did Toys R Us file for?

• Chapter 13

• Chapter 11

• Chapter 7

• Chapter 15

What was the main reason for the huge increase in debt in 2005?

• Competition from Walmart

• Leveraged buyout

• Economic recession

• Expansion of online presence

What is a leveraged buyout?

• Buying a company using only cash

• Buying a company using a mix of equity and debt

• Buying a company using government funding

• Buying a company using only debt

What is the main factor contributing to the decline of toy sales according to the text?

• Competition from Amazon

• High prices at Toys R Us

• Lack of online presence

• Decline in popularity of traditional toys

What did Toys R Us acquire in 2007 to strengthen their online presence?

• Amazon

• eToys.com

• Walmart.com

• Target.com

What type of bankruptcy allows a company to restructure its debt and stay in business?

• Chapter 15

• Chapter 13

• Chapter 11

• Chapter 7

What does the text suggest as a possible strategy for Toys R Us to improve its situation?

• Increase prices to cover debt

• Focus on traditional toys only

• Close all physical stores and go fully online

• Lower prices and create a more fun environment