What inspired Sal Khan to start creating educational videos?

Sal Khan's Insights on Life and Learning

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10th Grade - University
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A suggestion from a friend
A project at MIT
A request from his young cousin
His work as a hedge fund analyst
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What was the significant impact of MIT OpenCourseWare on Sal Khan?
It inspired him to pursue a career in finance
It motivated him to start Khan Academy
It led him to become a professor at MIT
It encouraged him to write a book
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How does Sal Khan humorously describe the MIT admissions process?
As a search for the most talented individuals
As a preference for attractive people
As a rigorous academic selection
As a random lottery
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What does Sal Khan compare the bonds formed at MIT to?
Family ties
Friendships from childhood
Connections in a workplace
Bonds formed in wars
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What is one of Sal Khan's key pieces of advice for maintaining positivity?
Smiling with every atom in your body
Ignoring negative emotions
Avoiding difficult situations
Focusing solely on personal success
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does Sal Khan suggest doing when feeling stressed?
Taking a walk through the woods
Working harder
Watching a movie
Talking to a friend
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According to Sal Khan, what should you do when in an argument with someone you care about?
Ignore the person
Try to win the argument
Walk away from the situation
Surrender your ego and give a hug
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