Which option is NOT listed as a measure Krakauer suggested to reduce another disaster?

Which option is NOT listed as a measure Krakauer suggested to reduce another disaster?

• A. Guide-to-client ratio of 1:1
• B. Remain roped to the guide at all times
• C. Ban bottled oxygen
• D. Increase the number of climbers permitted on the route

Answer: (D)

The question tests how Krakauer encouraged preventing another disaster by tightening safety rules and crowd control on Everest. He advocated practical measures that increase supervision and discipline: keeping a 1:1 guide-to-client ratio helps ensure every climber gets close oversight and rapid decisions in dangerous terrain; remaining roped to the guide at all times reduces the risk of getting separated or making unplanned, risky moves; and banning bottled oxygen was meant to curb overconfidence and the rush associated with crowded routes. Increasing the number of climbers permitted on the route goes against these goals, as more people would amplify congestion, delays, and the chance of poor decisions in critical moments. So the option proposing more climbers is not one he suggested.

The question tests how Krakauer encouraged preventing another disaster by tightening safety rules and crowd control on Everest. He advocated practical measures that increase supervision and discipline: keeping a 1:1 guide-to-client ratio helps ensure every climber gets close oversight and rapid decisions in dangerous terrain; remaining roped to the guide at all times reduces the risk of getting separated or making unplanned, risky moves; and banning bottled oxygen was meant to curb overconfidence and the rush associated with crowded routes. Increasing the number of climbers permitted on the route goes against these goals, as more people would amplify congestion, delays, and the chance of poor decisions in critical moments. So the option proposing more climbers is not one he suggested.