Travel Transportation & Logistics 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a 'hub-and-spoke' airline routing system?

Accepted Answer

To concentrate flights through central hub airports connecting smaller cities

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To reduce the total number of aircraft in an airline's fleet

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To eliminate the need for layovers on all routes

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To provide direct nonstop service between every city pair

Question 2

In the US Interstate Highway System, which number pattern indicates a highway running north-south?

Accepted Answer

Odd numbers

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Even numbers

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Numbers ending in 0 or 5

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Three-digit numbers

Question 3

What is 'checked baggage' on a commercial airline flight?

Accepted Answer

Luggage transported in the aircraft's cargo hold, separate from the passenger cabin

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Luggage inspected by TSA and marked with a security check sticker

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Luggage that has been verified to meet carry-on size requirements

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Luggage equipped with an electronic tracking device

Question 4

What does 'GDS' stand for in the travel industry?

Accepted Answer

Global Distribution System

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General Departure Schedule

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Geographic Destination Service

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Group Discount Structure

Question 5

Which of the following is typically NOT included in a basic economy airline ticket fare?

Accepted Answer

One standard checked suitcase

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Seat assignment during check-in

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One personal item (e.g., purse or small backpack)

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A boarding pass

Question 6

What is the primary function of a 'connecting flight' in air travel?

Accepted Answer

To link two flight segments allowing passengers to reach destinations without direct service

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To provide in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity to passengers

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To formally connect two airline alliances for partnership purposes

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To automatically transfer luggage between aircraft without passenger involvement

Question 7

What is the standard track gauge used by most US mainline railroads?

Accepted Answer

4 feet 8.5 inches (standard gauge)

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3 feet (narrow gauge)

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5 feet (broad gauge)

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6 feet (wide gauge)