THCMAC103 Module 4: Current Trends and Issues in Tourism and Hospitality Industry
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What social and economic changes suggest a bright future for the tourism and hospitality industry?

  • No change in retirement age and social security benefits
  • Increased retirement age and reduced social security benefits
  • Reduced retirement age and increased social security benefits (correct)
  • Early retirement and retirement benefits based on age
  • What is the minimum age at which workers can currently receive benefits from the US social security system?

  • 67
  • 62 (correct)
  • 65
  • 60
  • What is a trend in retirement programs according to the text?

  • Industry-based retirement programs
  • Service-based retirement programs (correct)
  • Income-based retirement programs
  • Age-based retirement programs
  • What is a possible scenario in some government retirement programs according to the text?

    <p>Workers can work for 20 years and receive benefits at 60 or younger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus area of the specific issues mentioned for owners and managers of tourism and hospitality establishments?

    <p>Marketing, legal, human resources, operations, and consumer affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal for owners and managers of tourism and hospitality entities according to the text?

    <p>Addressing the major issues confronting the industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason that the increasing number of people retiring early is beneficial for the tourism and hospitality industry?

    <p>They have more time to travel and see the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to the potential increase in customers for tourism and hospitality operations?

    <p>Longer average life span</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the shorter workweek impact the tourism and hospitality industry?

    <p>It increases leisure time and the possibility of travel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the greater disposable income benefit the tourism and hospitality operations?

    <p>The operations receive an important share of the additional disposable income spent on consumer goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the greater mobility have on tourism and hospitality industry sales?

    <p>It has a positive impact, leading to increased sales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the modern highway system contribute to increased travel?

    <p>It reduces the time required for automobile travel between any two points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the average family size decreasing make it easier for families to travel?

    <p>It makes travel less expensive if fewer family members travel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of issues must those pursuing careers in tourism and hospitality obtain knowledge about?

    <p>Marketing, legal, human resources, operations, and consumer affairs issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

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