Walmart Has Hired More Than 400,000 Since Mid-March, CEO Says

The video discusses Walmart's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting its hiring of over 4000 employees in the US since March. Walmart's essential retail status allowed it to remain open, boosting both in-store and online sales. The company has 11,484 stores worldwide and employs approximately 2.45 million people. Walmart implemented a three-tier leave policy for employees during the pandemic, with 60% of new hires being temporary. The video also covers Walmart's global presence and revenue exceeding $500 billion annually.

What is one reason Walmart was able to hire more employees during the COVID-19 crisis?

• They reduced prices significantly.

• They received government subsidies.

• They sold essential goods like food and consumables.

• They closed many stores to focus on online sales.

How many stores does Walmart operate worldwide?

• 2.45 million

• 11,484

• 600

• 4,700

What significant change did Walmart experience in its business during the pandemic?

• A reduction in employee numbers

• A growth in e-commerce

• A decline in online sales

• A decrease in store traffic

What was the nature of the leave policy Walmart created during the COVID-19 period?

• A policy that eliminated all temporary positions

• A policy that required all employees to work from home

• A three-tier policy for associates needing to stay home

• A single-tier policy for all employees

What percentage of the 400,000 employees hired since mid-March were temporary?

• 30%

• 50%

• 60%

• 80%