U.S. Payrolls Drop 140,000 Amid December Virus Surge

How many jobs were lost in December, and which sector was primarily affected?

• 95,000 jobs lost, mainly in manufacturing

• 140,000 jobs lost, mainly in services

• 140,000 jobs lost, mainly in manufacturing

• 95,000 jobs lost, mainly in services

What was the change in manufacturing payrolls during December?

• A decrease of 38,000 jobs

• No change in manufacturing jobs

• A decrease of 95,000 jobs

• An increase of 38,000 jobs

What was the unemployment rate in December, and how did it compare to the previous month?

• 6.7%, higher than the previous month

• 6.5%, higher than the previous month

• 6.7%, same as the previous month

• 6.5%, same as the previous month

What does the slight fall in average weekly hours indicate about the economy?

• The economy is experiencing inflation

• The economy is stable

• The economy is slowing down

• The economy is growing rapidly

What was the labor force participation rate in December, and why is it significant?

• 61.5%, significant for the Federal Reserve

• 60.5%, significant for the stock market

• 61.5%, significant for the stock market

• 60.5%, significant for the Federal Reserve