Warren Buffett: One Of The Biggest Philanthropist Quiz!

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Who is the pioneer of Berkshire Hathaway company?
- Oliver Connor
- Oliver Chace
- Aron Smith
- Adam Smith

About This Quiz

Warren Buffett is the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. Warren is one of the most successful investors in the world. His present net worth of US$82 billion makes him the third-wealthiest person in the world. This short quiz will test your knowledge of what you know about Warren Buffett.

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2.

When did he become a millionaire?
- 1960
- 1962
- 1859
- 1987
Correct Answer

A. 1962
3.

Where is the headquarters of Berkshire Hathaway company?
- Chicago
- Florida
- Nebraska
- Compton
Correct Answer

A. Nebraska

Explanation

Berkshire Hathaway's headquarters is located in Nebraska.

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4.

What was his net worth when he was the richest man in the world?
- $32 Billion
- $43 Billon
- $62 Billon
- $12 Billon
Correct Answer

A. $62 Billon

Explanation

When he was the richest man in the world, his net worth was $62 billion.

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5.

When did Charlie Munger become the vice president of the Berkshire Hathaway company?
- 1978
- 1999
- 1970
- 1960
Correct Answer

A. 1978

Explanation

Charlie Munger became the vice president of the Berkshire Hathaway company in 1978.

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6.

When was Berkshire Hathaway founded?
- 1833
- 1830
- 1890
- 1839
Correct Answer

A. 1839

Explanation

Berkshire Hathaway was founded in 1839.

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7.

What was the percentage of his fortune that was donated to the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation?
- 21%
- 12%
- 89%
- 45%
Correct Answer

A. 89%

Explanation

The correct answer is 89%. This means that the person donated 89% of their fortune to the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation. This is a significant amount and shows a strong commitment to philanthropy and giving back.

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8.

When was he listed among Time's 100 most influential people in the world?
- 2009
- 2007
- 2018
- 2002
Correct Answer

A. 2007

Explanation

In 2007, he was listed among Time's 100 most influential people in the world.

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9.

What is the worth of the forward contracts to deliver U.S dollars against other currencies?
- $11 Billon
- $11 Millon
- $12 Billon
- $12 Millon
Correct Answer

A. $11 Billon

Explanation

The worth of the forward contracts to deliver U.S dollars against other currencies is $11 billion.

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10.

When did he become a billionaire?
- 1990
- 1980
- 1994
- 1995
Correct Answer

A. 1990

Explanation

The correct answer is 1990. This suggests that the person in question became a billionaire in the year 1990.

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