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evelyn o bentley

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Which of the following is true in modes of transportation?
 
  a. Air transportation is very effective and popular; it accounts for over 50 of total international freight movement.
  b. Distance to the point of destination as well as weight and size of the shipment are important determinants of air cargo rates.
  c. Compared to trucking, rail transport in the United States has the advantage of flexibility, faster service, and lower transportation costs.
  d. The role of integrated forwarders, such as FEDEX, DHL, or UPS, has been decreasing in recent international freight movement due to high costs.

Question 2

When considering logistics decisions, one should consider
 
  a. government regulation on transportation
  b. competition
  c. technology
  d. only B and C
  e. All of the above


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Reply #1 on: Sep 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

e


evelyn o bentley

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Reply 2 on: Sep 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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