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What major event led to the commencement of the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era in 1973-1974?
What major event led to the commencement of the Post-Mobility Adjustment Era in 1973-1974?
- Prevalence of 'mass tourism' philosophy
- Introduction of wide-bodied jets
- OPEC oil embargo and fuel price increase (correct)
- Rapid growth in car ownership
In 1938, how fast could an airplane travel, enabling nonstop coast-to-coast flights of less than eight hours?
In 1938, how fast could an airplane travel, enabling nonstop coast-to-coast flights of less than eight hours?
- 500 miles an hour
- 200 miles an hour
- 300 miles an hour
- 400 miles an hour (correct)
Which era saw a rapid growth in car ownership, leading to a reduction in long-distance rail travel?
Which era saw a rapid growth in car ownership, leading to a reduction in long-distance rail travel?
- Automobile Dominance Era
- Post-Mobility Adjustment Era
- Pre-WWII Transport Development Era
- Modern-Tourism Travel System Era (correct)
What transportation mode advancement made coast-to-coast flights take only four hours by 1950?
What transportation mode advancement made coast-to-coast flights take only four hours by 1950?
Which theory identifies five factors influencing travelers' choice of transportation mode?
Which theory identifies five factors influencing travelers' choice of transportation mode?
What led to a shift towards group-oriented transportation in the present era?
What led to a shift towards group-oriented transportation in the present era?
How did the energy crisis impact global travel patterns?
How did the energy crisis impact global travel patterns?
Which historical era saw a reduction in train journey times from 7 days to 2.5 days?
Which historical era saw a reduction in train journey times from 7 days to 2.5 days?
How long does the Concorde take to make a flight presently?
How long does the Concorde take to make a flight presently?
What led to the development of the concept of inns?
What led to the development of the concept of inns?
Which type of accommodation was prominent in America's early hotel history?
Which type of accommodation was prominent in America's early hotel history?
Who was the first hotel chain pioneer in the United States?
Who was the first hotel chain pioneer in the United States?
What type of accommodation was established due to the automobile industry?
What type of accommodation was established due to the automobile industry?
Which hotel chain is now owned by the International Telephone and Telegraph Company (ITTI)?
Which hotel chain is now owned by the International Telephone and Telegraph Company (ITTI)?
What transportation mode was established by innkeepers to attract business?
What transportation mode was established by innkeepers to attract business?
What type of organization is currently running youth hostels in Germany?
What type of organization is currently running youth hostels in Germany?
How are hotel ratings determined according to the text?
How are hotel ratings determined according to the text?
What is the highest rating a hotel can achieve based on the rating scale mentioned?
What is the highest rating a hotel can achieve based on the rating scale mentioned?
Which division in the Lodging Industry Organization handles financial activities like bill payment and payroll?
Which division in the Lodging Industry Organization handles financial activities like bill payment and payroll?
What does the engineering and maintenance division in the Lodging Industry Organization primarily focus on?
What does the engineering and maintenance division in the Lodging Industry Organization primarily focus on?
Which department in the Lodging Industry Organization protects both employees and guests?
Which department in the Lodging Industry Organization protects both employees and guests?
What type of accommodation is typically family-owned and known for its informal family atmosphere?
What type of accommodation is typically family-owned and known for its informal family atmosphere?
Which type of hotel is designed for vacation travelers and often located near beaches?
Which type of hotel is designed for vacation travelers and often located near beaches?
What feature is commonly found in hotels but not in motels?
What feature is commonly found in hotels but not in motels?
Which type of accommodation offers primarily rooms and free parking, catering to transient and cost-conscious travelers?
Which type of accommodation offers primarily rooms and free parking, catering to transient and cost-conscious travelers?
What distinguishes resort hotels from other types of accommodations?
What distinguishes resort hotels from other types of accommodations?
What type of accommodation is known for offering convention and meeting facilities along with recreational opportunities?
What type of accommodation is known for offering convention and meeting facilities along with recreational opportunities?
