AAA: Lower Gas Prices Boost Holiday Travel by 4%

AAA: Lower Gas Prices Boost Holiday Travel by 4%

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The video discusses the ruble's recent market fluctuations, highlighting its initial rise and subsequent fall, with intervention from Russia's finance ministry. It then shifts to Sony's reaction to threats against its movie 'The Interview', which led to cancellations in New York. Finally, it covers the impact of low gas prices on holiday travel, noting a 4% increase in travelers compared to last year.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Russia's finance ministry take in response to the ruble's fluctuation?

Bought rubles on the open market

Increased interest rates

Sold government bonds

Decreased taxes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for Sony's cancellation of 'The Interview' premiere in New York?

Negative reviews from critics

Low ticket sales

Threats of violence against theaters

Technical issues with the film

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Sony respond to theater chains regarding the screening of 'The Interview'?

Threatened legal action if they didn't show the film

Offered financial incentives to show the film

Allowed them to opt out of showing the film

Encouraged them to show the film

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to AAA, what percentage increase in travel is expected during the holiday season compared to last year?

5%

4%

3%

2%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of gas prices in the U.S. as mentioned in the transcript?

At a two-year low

At a three-year low

At a four-year low

At a five-year low