Which of the following concepts apply best?

1. 
   Which of the following concepts apply best?
   

A) Planning, though desirable, is not really needed for success.
B) Planning is absolutely essential to successful tourism.
C) Planning is needed for hotels but is unnecessary for other components of tourism.
D) Planning is so expensive and controversial that it is seldom used.
E) Planning is good to start with, but many changes must be made, rendering the process of little value.

2. 
   How important is cleanliness and maintenance at tourism destinations?
   

A) desirable but not essential
B) actually of minor importance
C) important for the hotel and its grounds
D) essential for the entire community

3. 
   Tourism development aim at:
   

A) providing a framework for raising the living standard of the people through the economic benefits of tourism.
B) developing an infrastructure and providing recreational facilities for visitors and residents.
C) ensuring types of development within visitor centers and resorts that are appropriate to the purposes of those areas.
D) All of the above.
E) None of the above.

4. 
   In regional planning for tourism development, one of the first things to be considered by any planning body should be:
   

A) the life cycle of hotels.
B) where hotels will be located.
C) the number of rooms needed.
D) types of accommodations to be built.
E) construction of infrastructure.

5. 
   Which of the following is the most important attribute of an area?
   

A) clean hotels and restaurants
B) spirit of hospitality
C) attractive shops
D) beautiful natural resources
E) fine climate

6. 
   Why must the quality of natural resources for tourism be maintained?
   

A) It enhances the beauty and appeal of the area.
B) It helps assure the health and enjoyment of the visitor.
C) It is absolutely necessary for continued satisfaction of the guest.
D) Demand will diminish along with quality.
E) All of the above.

7. 
   Probably the biggest single deterrent to tourism development is:
   

A) a generally downward trend in tourism in the U.S.
B) restrictions and controls on development such as zoning.
C) the language barrier to foreign travel.
D) a lack of accommodations.
E) a lack of appreciation and enthusiasm of government and business leaders.

8. 
   Considering the land itself, what is the first step in the regional development process?
   

A) an investigation of the ownership pattern
B) an inventory of the available work force
C) study and designation of areas most suitable for development
D) review of land costs
E) approval of the project by the Minister of Tourism

9. 
   Which of the following is an example of tourism infrastructure?
   

A) roads
B) public utilities
C) parks
D) airfields
E) All of the above.

10. 
    Why is architectural design so important in new hotel construction and development?
    

A) Hotels should be designed to harmonize with the local environment including traditions and cultural considerations.
B) A hotel should be designed mainly for efficiency.
C) A hotel should be designed to get the most rooms into the least possible construction space.
D) Architectural design should result in the absolute lowest cost per square foot.
E) A standard, successful design should be used.

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