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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In 2016, what is the average compensation United Airlines passengers were offered when they are asked to leave the plane (aka. “bumped") or refused boarding?
A
350
B
573
C
752
D
950
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Amount of Denied Boarding Compensation 200% of the fare to the next stopover, up to a maximum of US$775 (delay of 1-2 hours); 400% of the fare to the next stopover, up to a maximum of US$1, 550 (delay of over 2 hours).

Detailed explanation-2: -In the United States, airlines are not required to compensate passengers when flights are delayed or cancelled. Compensation is required by U.S. law only when certain passengers are “bumped” from a flight that is oversold.

Detailed explanation-3: -For overbooked U.S. flights that result in you getting to your destination more than two hours later, U.S. Department of Transportation rules stipulate that the minimum compensation rate is $1, 550, or 400% of your one-way fare, whichever amount is lower.

Detailed explanation-4: -In order for us to process your claim expeditiously, please. supply your name, contact details (email address and/or. mailing address), ticket number, flight number, booking. reference and details of the claim you are making. a claim for compensation, please contact United Customer. Care online at: united.com/feedback.

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