How much money did teams pay to pass through the Khumbu Icefall?

How much money did teams pay to pass through the Khumbu Icefall?

• A. $2,200
• B. $1,000
• C. $3,500
• D. $500

Answer: (A)

This question tests knowledge of a specific expedition cost described in Into Thin Air: the fee climbers paid to pass through the Khumbu Icefall. The icefall crossing requires a Sherpa crew to fix ladders and ropes and to manage safety along a very hazardous stretch, so teams paid a substantial amount to cover that labor and logistics. The book states that this fee was about $2,200, reflecting the cost of organizing and securing the route through the icefall. That figure stands out because it directly ties to the specialized service and risk involved in that part of the climb, not just general expedition expenses. The other amounts don’t match what Krakauer reports for the icefall crossing, so $2,200 is the figure the narrative uses.

This question tests knowledge of a specific expedition cost described in Into Thin Air: the fee climbers paid to pass through the Khumbu Icefall. The icefall crossing requires a Sherpa crew to fix ladders and ropes and to manage safety along a very hazardous stretch, so teams paid a substantial amount to cover that labor and logistics. The book states that this fee was about $2,200, reflecting the cost of organizing and securing the route through the icefall. That figure stands out because it directly ties to the specialized service and risk involved in that part of the climb, not just general expedition expenses. The other amounts don’t match what Krakauer reports for the icefall crossing, so $2,200 is the figure the narrative uses.