Scenario 15-5 An Airline Knows That There Are Two Types of Travelers

question 101

Multiple Choice

Scenario 15-5
An airline knows that there are two types of travelers: business travelers and vacationers. For a particular flight, there are 100 business travelers who will pay $600 for a ticket while there are 50 vacationers who will pay $300 for a ticket. There are 150 seats available on the plane. Suppose the cost to the airline of providing the flight is $20,000, which includes the cost of the pilots, flight attendants, fuel, etc.
-Refer to Scenario 15-5. How much profit will the airline earn if it sets the price of each ticket at $600?

• A)-$5,000
• B)$15,000
• C)$40,000
• D)$60,000

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Understanding the role and functions of mutual funds in the financial market.

Comprehend the factors influencing stock prices including demand and supply.

Identifying the risk levels associated with different types of bonds.

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