An example of the economy of scale
American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by eliminating one olive from each salad served in first-class.
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Does the Toyota Corolla come as a hybrid?
The Toyota Corolla is available as a hybrid, combining a gas engine with an electric motor for better fuel economy.
Why did Ford switch the F-150 to aluminum?
In 2015, Ford switched the F-150's body to military-grade aluminum alloy, cutting up to about 700 pounds to improve fuel economy and capability.
How big is California's economy?
If California were its own country, its economy would rank among the five largest in the world.
What is the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend?
Alaska residents get a yearly payment from the Permanent Fund Dividend, which is funded by the state's oil wealth.
What are Arizona's Five C's?
Arizona's Five C's are copper, cattle, cotton, citrus, and climate.
Where does the term "banana republic" come from?
The term "banana republic" was coined by writer O. Henry in 1904 to describe a politically unstable country whose economy depended on exports like bananas.