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Apple Flashcards

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Where are Apple’s headquarters?

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California

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When did Apple launch?

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1976

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When did Apple first start seeing big growth?

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2000 with mobile and WiFi devices

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Where does Apple stand in global IT company rankings?

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2nd, behind Samsung

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Where does Apple stand in global mobile phone manufacturing rankings?

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3rd

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Apple is the number one…

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…global brand by value

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How much is Apple worth?

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$145 billion

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How many full time retail employees does Apple have?

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98,000

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What is Apples market predominantly aimed at?

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Richer, developed countries

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What percentage of sales are in the USA?

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44%

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Where has the most rapid growth been in recent years?

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Asia Pacific region

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Where are most of Apple’s employees based?

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In the developed world, mainly USA

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Where are its US offices located?

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California

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Where are Apple’s European headquarters?

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Cork, Ireland

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How many people are employed in Cork?

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4000

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What is manufactured in Cork?

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What services are based in Cork?

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Which company is the manufacture of iPhones, iPods and iPads outsourced to?

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Where is Foxconn city?

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How many retail stores does Apple have?

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Where are the retail stores located?

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Why are Apple’s products made in China?

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What is Foxconn city?

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How many people are employed in Foxconn city?

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How do people live in Foxconn city?

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What are wages like in Foxconn city?

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Why was Apple attracted to Ireland?

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How has the company’s presence benefited Cork?

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How has Apple negatively impacted Cork?

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Why has Apple been criticised for tax practices?

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How has Apple caused tension between the US and EU?

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What was reported about Apple’s Chinese factories in 2006?

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Why was Apple sued by Chinese workers in 2010?

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How are children treated in Apple factories?

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How have suicides affected Apple’s reputation?

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How has Apple responded to the issues in China?

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Which NGO has criticised Apple’s environmental practices?

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What 4 environmental issues were Apple criticised on?

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How has Apple changed its environmental practices?

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