1.
Which 2 companies were downgraded by brokerages in September 2002?
Correct Answer
B. Citigroup And Ford
Explanation
In September 2002, brokerages downgraded Citigroup and Ford. This means that these two companies received negative assessments from brokerage firms, which could have resulted in a decrease in their stock ratings or recommendations. The reason for the downgrade could be due to various factors such as poor financial performance, negative market outlook, or specific issues within the companies themselves.
2.
Glen Tilton is the CEO of which airline?
Correct Answer
C. United
Explanation
Glen Tilton is the CEO of United Airlines.
3.
Who were Consolidated Freightway's biggest clients?
Correct Answer
B. Home Depot And U.S. Postal Service
Explanation
Consolidated Freightway's biggest clients were Home Depot and the U.S. Postal Service. These two companies had a significant volume of freight that needed to be transported, making them important clients for Consolidated Freightway.
4.
What online brokerage, founded in 1994, became one of Europe's largest?
Correct Answer
D. Comdirect Bank AG
Explanation
Comdirect Bank AG is the correct answer because it is an online brokerage that was founded in 1994 and has become one of Europe's largest. This suggests that the company has experienced significant growth and success in the online brokerage industry over the years.
5.
At which bank does Wim Duisenberg serve as President?
Correct Answer
B. European Central Bank
Explanation
Wim Duisenberg serves as President at the European Central Bank.
6.
Fujio Sugeno is the President of which Sony division?
Correct Answer
A. Manufacturing
Explanation
Fujio Sugeno is the President of the Manufacturing division at Sony. This means that he is responsible for overseeing the production and manufacturing processes within the company. He is likely involved in managing the manufacturing facilities, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining quality standards for Sony's products.
7.
What was the billionth song sold by iTunes?
Correct Answer
C. Speed Of Sound By Coldplay
Explanation
The billionth song sold by iTunes was "Speed Of Sound" by Coldplay.
8.
Which brand was not in the top three most prestigious in the 2006 Luxury Brand Status Index?
Correct Answer
D. Chanel
Explanation
Chanel was not among the top three most prestigious brands in the 2006 Luxury Brand Status Index.
9.
When the original handheld monochrome Game Boy first came out in 1989 what did it sell for?
Correct Answer
D. 109
Explanation
In 1989, the original handheld monochrome Game Boy was sold for $109.
10.
In 1996, Nintendo celebrated a milestone in the number of game cartridges sold with how many?
Correct Answer
A. One Billion
Explanation
In 1996, Nintendo celebrated a milestone in the number of game cartridges sold with One Billion. This indicates that Nintendo had sold a significant number of game cartridges up until that point.
11.
How many shares of ImClone Systems stock did Martha Stewart sell?
Correct Answer
C. 3,928 Shares
Explanation
Martha Stewart sold 3,928 shares of ImClone Systems stock.
12.
American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by doing what?
Correct Answer
A. Taking Olives Out Of Salad
Explanation
American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by taking olives out of their salads. This cost-saving measure likely involved removing olives as an ingredient from the salads served to passengers. By eliminating this ingredient, American Airlines was able to reduce the cost of their in-flight meals, resulting in significant savings for the company.
13.
What did drug companies Merck and Parke Davis cultivate in South America?
Correct Answer
C. Coca Leaves
Explanation
Merck and Parke Davis cultivated coca leaves in South America. Coca leaves are the source of cocaine, a stimulant drug. These drug companies likely cultivated coca leaves for the extraction of cocaine, which is used in various pharmaceutical products. The cultivation of coca leaves in South America would have provided a steady supply of raw material for the production of cocaine-based medications.
14.
What did Henri Nestle originally manufacture?
Correct Answer
D. Baby Food
Explanation
Henri Nestle originally manufactured baby food.
15.
What was the original name of Delta Airlines?
Correct Answer
B. Huff Daland Dusters
Explanation
Huff Daland Dusters was the original name of Delta Airlines. This name was chosen because the company initially started as a crop-dusting operation in 1924. However, as the company expanded and began offering passenger services, the name was changed to Delta Air Service in 1928. Eventually, it became known as Delta Airlines, which is its current name.