1. Which of the following in NOT one of the managerial competencies?

• A. Maintains contemporary professional knowledge and skills.
• B. Maximizes the use of personnel and material resources.
• C. Communicates when necessary to ensure productivity.
• D. Demonstrates initiative and flexibility.

2. Briefly explain why the local city authorities in major cities of tourist destinations in the Unit- ed States and US territories impose extremely high surcharges (between 20 and 30 percent) on car rentals and hotel rooms while imposing low taxes on local residents. The purpose of high surcharges is to raise enough revenue to improve and maintain local roads, bridges, airports, and other infrastructure. Is this economically and politically justified? Why or why not?

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