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question:Write an article based on this summary: – New numbers on health insurance costs probably won't have employers tripping over themselves to make new hires: The average annual cost of a family premium paid by employers spiked 9% this year to 15,073, reports the New York Times. For single workers, the figure rose 8% to 5,429, notes the Wall Street Journal. Why the big hikes? At least part of the reason is likely because insurers are getting in hefty increases while they can before tougher new rules take effect next year under President Obama's overhaul. The higher premiums paid by employers comes as more employees pay higher deductibles and co-pays. About 50% of workers at small companies have yearly deductibles of at least 1,000, up from 16% in 2006, notes the Washington Post. “Without any real national discussion or debate, there’s a quiet revolution going on in what we call health insurance in this country,” says the president of the Kaiser Family Foundation, which conducted the survey of employers. "Health insurance is becoming less and less comprehensive. … And we expect that trend to continue.” Article:
answer:Title: Health Insurance Cost Surge May Deter Employers from New Hiring According to recent reports from the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal, the average annual cost of a family health insurance premium paid by employers has increased by 9% this year, reaching 15,073. Meanwhile, the figure for single workers rose by 8% to 5,429. These sharp increases are likely due to insurers taking advantage of current policies before new, stricter rules take effect in 2022 under President Obama's healthcare overhaul. This spike in employer premium costs comes at a time when more employees are also paying higher deductibles and co-pay fees. The Washington Post notes that around 50% of workers at small companies now have yearly deductibles of at least 1,000 - a significant increase from 16% in 2006. Economists and business leaders are concerned that these growing healthcare costs could discourage employers from making new hires, fearing that the added financial strain would negatively impact their bottom line. This may lead to stagnation in the labor market, disadvantaging workers looking for new employment opportunities. Drew Altman, president of the Kaiser Family Foundation, which conducted the survey of employers, stated that "Without any real national discussion or debate, there’s a quiet revolution going on in what we call health insurance in this country. Health insurance is becoming less and less comprehensive, and we expect that trend to continue." The survey conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation highlighted several factors contributing to healthcare cost increases, including the growing cost of medical services, prescription drugs, and administrative overheads for insurance companies. Additionally, the political climate surrounding healthcare reform in the United States may have further exacerbated these issues. To counteract the negative effects of these rising insurance costs, some companies have turned to cost-sharing options such as Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), which allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for qualified medical expenses. However, the overall trend points towards health insurance becoming less comprehensive as businesses attempt to cut costs and cope with the financial strain. In conclusion, the surge in health insurance costs for both employers and employees is a cause for concern in the US labor market. The ongoing debate surrounding healthcare reform is likely to remain a contentious issue, as policymakers, insurers, and business leaders search for solutions that best serve the needs of employers and workers alike.
question:Coming off their bye week, the Giants went home, donned their alternate uniforms, and played the Dallas Cowboys. In the first quarter, New York trailed early as Cowboys QB Tony Romo completed a 15-yard TD pass to TE Tony Curtis. The Giants responded as QB Eli Manning completed an 8-yard TD pass to TE Jeremy Shockey. In the second quarter, Dallas regained the lead as kicker Nick Folk made a 44-yard field goal. The G-Men took the lead with RB Reuben Droughns getting a 1-yard TD run. Afterwards, the Cowboys retook the lead with Romo completing a 20-yard TD pass to WR Patrick Crayton. Originally, the Giants were willing to be down by 3 at halftime. However, because of a taunting penalty on Dallas LB Kevin Burnett placed them near midfield, New York went for some points. The Giants would tie the game with kicker Lawrence Tynes getting a 40-yard field goal. In the third quarter, Romo completed a 25-yard TD pass to WR Terrell Owens and the Cowboys regained the lead. In the fourth quarter, the Giants made a 26-yard field goal from Tynes. Afterwards, Dallas' Romo and Owens hooked up with each other again on a 50-yard TD pass. During the season series against the Cowboys, the Giants pass defense allowed 8 passing touchdowns, despite only allowing 8 passing touchdowns from their previous opponents this year. Ask a question about this article.
answer:Did the Giants and the Cowboys both score touchdowns in the first quarter of the game?
question:Why did this movie fail commercially? It's got a sharp script (by Ron Shelton) and great performances by Kurt Russell and, especially, Robin Williams, in a brilliant manic nerd turn that's different from any of his other work. A great renter. Did this review think positively or negatively of the movie (see options below)? Available options: I. negative II. positive...I think the answer is
answer:II. positive The review mentioned several positive aspects of the movie, such as the sharp script, great performances by Kurt Russell and Robin Williams, and the fact that it's a great rental. These comments all contribute to a positive evaluation of the movie.
question:Q: In this task you will be given a passage and a yes/no question based on the passage. You should answer the question using the information from the passage. passage: The Ivy League is a collegiate athletic conference comprising sports teams from eight private universities in the Northeastern United States. The conference name is also commonly used to refer to those eight schools as a group beyond the sports context. The eight members are Brown University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania, Princeton University, and Yale University. The term Ivy League has connotations of academic excellence, selectivity in admissions, and social elitism. question: is the university of chicago an ivy league school? A:
answer:No I used the definition of Ivy League given in the passage to derive my answer. According to the passage, the Ivy League encompasses eight private universities in the Northeastern United States, and the University of Chicago is not listed as one of those universities. Therefore, it is not an Ivy League school.