Which Is the Best Reason for the Relatively Low Proportion

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which is the best reason for the relatively low proportion of fixed costs in the cost structure of the air carriers?

• A) private investment in the airways and airports
• B) the small number of aircraft that are actually owned by the airlines versus those that are leased for varying periods of time
• C) public investment in the airway and airport
• D) the proportion of energy and labor costs in the cost structure

---

Definitions:

Survival of Society

The ability of a society to maintain existence, adapt, and continue to function over time.

Talcott Parsons

An American sociologist known for his development of social action theory and for his role in the establishment of the structural-functional approach in sociology.

Adaptation

The process by which individuals, species, or groups adjust to changes in their environment, ensuring survival or improved functionality.

External Context

The surrounding conditions or circumstances external to a specific focus or object of study.