Yelp Says Google's Search Dominance Hurts Consumers

Yelp Says Google's Search Dominance Hurts Consumers

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The transcript discusses Google's impact on consumers by providing lower quality information and its antitrust issues. It highlights Google's leadership structure, comparing it to Microsoft's past antitrust case, which allowed new market entrants like Google to thrive. The discussion also covers Google's defense against claims, emphasizing consumer choice and the impact on competitors like Yelp.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Google allegedly harm consumers according to the discussion?

By creating a walled garden limiting access to quality information

By offering too many search options

By providing the best information available

By charging high prices for search services

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Larry Page and Sergey Brin's control over Alphabet?

They are the only executives accountable

They are involved in daily operations

Their control might shield them from scrutiny

They have no control over the company

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key outcome of the US vs. Microsoft antitrust case?

It resulted in higher prices for consumers

It had no impact on the tech industry

It limited Microsoft's expansion, allowing new companies to emerge

It allowed Microsoft to expand into new markets

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the US vs. Microsoft case benefit new companies like Google?

By allowing Microsoft to dominate the browser market

By increasing competition in the operating system market

By providing a runway for innovation and content creation

By reducing the number of competitors

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Google's main argument in defense of its market practices?

Google is the only search engine available

Google does not invest in default positions

Google services are chosen freely by consumers

Consumers have no choice but to use Google

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the rise of Google Reviews impacted competitors like Yelp?

It has had no impact

It has helped Yelp grow

It has negatively impacted Yelp

It has led to a partnership with Yelp

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge do users face when trying to change their default search settings?

Google does not allow changes

It is easy and quick to change

There are no alternative search engines

High cognitive costs and effort are required