A shipment must go directly from a warehouse to many stores within 300 miles. Which mode is usually most suitable?

A dispatcher needs the fastest long-distance option for high-value electronics. Which mode best fits?

A company needs to move coal long distances in very large volumes at low cost. Which mode is most appropriate?

A shipper must move crude oil overseas in bulk. Which water vessel type is most appropriate?

Which mode moves only gas, oil, and refined products?

A trailer must be secured at the dock before unloading begins. According to the chapter, who still has responsibility to check this?

Why are trucks often preferred for shipments under 500 miles?

Which is a disadvantage of truck transportation mentioned in the chapter?

Which mode is described as the fastest but also the most expensive to operate?

Why is air freight often used for electronics and jewelry?

Which mode is best suited for large volumes of bulky goods over long distances when delivery time is less urgent?

Which rail advantage is highlighted in the chapter?

Which is a disadvantage of rail transportation?

What is a major advantage of water transportation?

What is the biggest disadvantage of water transportation?

A shipment uses truck to rail to truck without unloading the container contents between modes. What is this called?

What is the purpose of intermodal transportation?

A company uses trailer-on-flatcar service to combine rail line-haul savings with truck flexibility. Which term fits?

Which factor is specifically listed as important when selecting the best transportation mode?

Why does the selected transportation mode affect packaging?

Which carrier type serves the public and accepts goods for all shippers, usually at a set rate?

Which carrier is owned by the firm producing the goods?

Which carrier operates for selected shippers under negotiated terms?

A traffic clerk is comparing routes with narrow roads, low bridges, and weight restrictions. What chapter concept is this?

Why are freight forwarders important in global supply chains?