Multiple choice

According to a recent survey a majority of airline tickets in the US are purchased by women. This is in complete contrast to earlier statistics that show more than 70% of fliers in the US are usually men.

Which of the following best resolves the paradox in the above statistics?

  1. The figures are based on a study covering only one year.

  2. The findings of the statistics and the survey are for two entirely different periods.

  3. The study fails to take into account information about cancellations.

  4. The study fails to differentiate between the purchasers and the fliers.

  5. The study is based on only inland travel.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The fact that the purchasers are not necessarily the fliers best explains the paradox. Maybe, the women are buying tickets for husbands, fathers and sons.

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