Which of the following factors was commonly associated with both the Chornobyl nuclear disaster in 1986 and the Three Mile Island nuclear accident in 1979? Poor reactor design. Too much uranium 235 was placed in the reactor. Tsunami wave which was triggered by an earthquake in the ocean. Technical failure and human error. Lack of […]
Which of the following is a disadvantage of hydroelectric energy production? Offers enhanced opportunity for transportation. Reservoir provides recreational opportunities. Flood control. Electricity production. Flooding of upstream side.
Which of the following countries is well known for ethanol fuel production from sugar cane? South Africa United States North Korea Brazil Canada
Discuss the targeting of market segments that are considered “vulnerable,” including the identification of potential ethical issues that may arise when these market segment customers are targeted. Provide specific examples to illustrate your ideas. In replies to peers, include additional examples that illustrates the ideas presented in the initial posts.
The boom in alpine tourism has left Mount Everest covered in debris. _________ authorities are taking action during the climbing season, requiring each climber to clean up the waste. Nepali Taiwanese Nigerian Mongolian Chinese
Governments’ direct tax revenue in the tourism sector comes from all of the following sources? departure tax income tax property tax corporate tax sales & goods tax
What is the difference between allocentric and psychometric tourists? The former is indifferent to local culture whereas the latter is sensitive to local cultures. The former is a cat-dependable whereas the latter ventures. The former travels mainly for pleasure and fun whereas the latter desires to learn and experience alien cultures. The former seeks cultural […]
Which of the following is a stage in the process of commodification of culture? The community is regularly visited by a large number of tourists. Certain ceremonies and products are altered and provided to tourists at high fees. Visiting tourists become more frequent and hence less of a novelty. Genuine artifacts may be sold to […]
Coal was the leading source of energy until the 1960s when it was replaced by which of the following energy sources? Wind Nuclear Oil Solar Water
The United States has the largest coal reserves in the world. Why doesn’t New York City use coal to run their power plants anymore?
