TEST 2 Flashcards
Interpersonal skills are not necessary for entrepreneurial success; technical skills are sufficient.
False
Environmental sustainability is not a concern for entrepreneurs in the tourism and hospitality industry.
False
Adam Smith’s theory of the invisible hand supports extensive government intervention in markets.
True
Risk-taking is a characteristic essential for entrepreneurship.
True
The tourism and hospitality sectors thrive only in large corporations not in small businesses.
False
Creativity is only about coming up with new ideas; it does not involve adapting to changing circumstances.
False
Sustainable tourism aims to balance environmental, social, and ethical considerations.
True
Entrepreneurs are solely responsible for producing goods and services; they do not contribute to economic growth.
False
Tourism and hospitality businesses are critical for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
True
Entrepreneurs in the tourism and hospitality sector must only focus on maximizing profits disregarding social and environmental impacts.
False
The Harrod-Domar theory emphasizes the importance of land as the key factor for economic growth.
False
A successful entrepreneur must have both basic business skills and a good feel of the business environment.
True
The Laissez-Faire theory was developed by Karl Marx.
False
Intellectual property rights like trademarks and copyrights are irrelevant in entrepreneurship.
False
Organizational innovation does not affect company culture and general practices.
False