5.1 [Related to the Economics in Practice on p. 309] According to the United Airlines Website, their

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5.1 [Related to the Economics in Practice on p. 309] According to the United Airlines Website, their Basic Economy fare differs from their standard Economy fare as follows: complimentary seat selection and upgrades are not available, group and family seating is not available, full size carry-on bags are not permitted, only one personal item which fits under the seat is allowed, flight changes and refunds are not allowed, certain frequent flier benefits are not available, and with few exceptions, the basic fare puts you in the last boarding group. The economist quoted in the Economics in Practice feature referred to United’s Basic Economy fare as an example of price discrimination Based on the description of the differences between fares listed above, explain whether you agree that United’s Basic Economy fare is an example of price discrimination as described in the text.

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Principles Of Microeconomics

ISBN: 9780691150093

13th Global Edition

Authors: Karl E. Case, Ray C. Fair, Sharon E. Oster

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