Chapter 4 flashcard: System Concept in Transport

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Is it necessary to have a system to operate a transport service?

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False

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_________ ___________ refers to the part of a transport system whereby the traffic (goods and passengers) is moved or transferred from one mode of transport to another mode or places without actually having to unload them, until the final destination has been reached.

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System concept

Front

What is the heart of every transport operating procedure?

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systems concept

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Basic features of the system concept are as follow EXCEPT:

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Operating as a separate unit

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One of the objectives of system concept is to have continuity in any flow or movement of traffic from only one mode.

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False

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Increasing competition and wasteful resources while coordinating and integrating transport operation and services in Malaysia is part of system concept objectives.

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False

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The system concept for freight mainly focuses on _____________ activities.

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containerization

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A steel-framed box, with a strong floor and parallel sides, end and roof is the definition of a ___________.

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container

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The maximum stack that a container can support is ____.

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This activity led to the development of an integrated transportation system, offering depot-to-depot services on worldwide routes for all types of goods.

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Containerization