INTRO HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT CHAPTER 2 PRACTICE
EXAM WITH CORRECT ANSWERS #7
Ecotourism - correct answer Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the
environment and improves the well-being of local people.
Demographic information - correct answer Statistical information about a population,
used to identify markets.
Multiplier effect - correct answer The hidden or indirect benefits of travel and tourism to
a community, measured by adding up all the expenditures of travelers in the community
and then multiplying that figure by a factor to arrive at the amount of income that stays
in the community and is generated by these expenditures.
Price and sights group - correct answer The group of travelers interested in doing the
most things for the least amount of money.
Psychographic research - correct answer Research that attempts to classify people's
behavior in terms of their lifestyles and values.
Quality groups - correct answer The group of travelers for whom the quality of their
vacation is of paramount importance. They want, and are willing to pay for, first class
accommodations and service.
Sun and Surf group - correct answer The group of travelers seeking a vacation spot
where there is good weather, guaranteed sunshine, and a beautiful beach.
Sustainable tourism development - correct answer Tourism that has a low impact on a
locale's environment and culture and conserves the ecosystem, while generating
income and employment.
Travel and tourism industry - correct answer A collection of organizations and
establishments that derives all or significant portion of its income from providing goods
and services to travelers.
1. How has technology transformed the way we live? What are some other economic
and social trends that are affecting travel and tourism? - correct answer Has provided
faster travel and cheaper travel, manufacture goods more efficiently, and global
communication.
Allows us to exchange information faster.
2. What are the components of the travel and tourism industry? How can the size of the
travel and tourism industry be defined? - correct answer Accommodation,
transportation, attractions, food and beverage.
The means of transport, goods, services, and other facilities for travel outside of the
home community for any purpose not related day-to-day activity.
EXAM WITH CORRECT ANSWERS #7
Ecotourism - correct answer Responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the
environment and improves the well-being of local people.
Demographic information - correct answer Statistical information about a population,
used to identify markets.
Multiplier effect - correct answer The hidden or indirect benefits of travel and tourism to
a community, measured by adding up all the expenditures of travelers in the community
and then multiplying that figure by a factor to arrive at the amount of income that stays
in the community and is generated by these expenditures.
Price and sights group - correct answer The group of travelers interested in doing the
most things for the least amount of money.
Psychographic research - correct answer Research that attempts to classify people's
behavior in terms of their lifestyles and values.
Quality groups - correct answer The group of travelers for whom the quality of their
vacation is of paramount importance. They want, and are willing to pay for, first class
accommodations and service.
Sun and Surf group - correct answer The group of travelers seeking a vacation spot
where there is good weather, guaranteed sunshine, and a beautiful beach.
Sustainable tourism development - correct answer Tourism that has a low impact on a
locale's environment and culture and conserves the ecosystem, while generating
income and employment.
Travel and tourism industry - correct answer A collection of organizations and
establishments that derives all or significant portion of its income from providing goods
and services to travelers.
1. How has technology transformed the way we live? What are some other economic
and social trends that are affecting travel and tourism? - correct answer Has provided
faster travel and cheaper travel, manufacture goods more efficiently, and global
communication.
Allows us to exchange information faster.
2. What are the components of the travel and tourism industry? How can the size of the
travel and tourism industry be defined? - correct answer Accommodation,
transportation, attractions, food and beverage.
The means of transport, goods, services, and other facilities for travel outside of the
home community for any purpose not related day-to-day activity.
