Chapter 4 Legal Aspects

Which of the following is a characteristic of a common carrier?

• It is not bound to carry goods for any reason.

• It is not subject to any regulations

• It is for private service only.

• It is required to exercise extraordinary diligence.

What are the elements of a common carrier?

• Business of transportation, for compensation, and for private service

• Business of transportation, for compensation, and for public service

• Business of communication, for hire, and for public service

• Business of travel, for hire, and for private service

What are the two classifications of carriers in the Philippines?

• Private carriers and public carriers

• Land carriers and sea carriers

• Common carriers and private carriers

• International carriers and domestic carriers

Which of the following is an example of an event that can absolve a common carrier from liability?

• Acts or omissions of the shipper or owner of the goods

• Flood, storm, earthquake, or other natural disasters

• Orders or acts of competent public authority

• All of the above

What degree of diligence is required of a common carrier?

• Ordinary diligence

• Extraordinary diligence

• Average diligence

• No specific diligence requirement

What are the consequences of a stipulation in an airline ticket that absolves the carrier from responsibility for injuries and death?

• The stipulation is invalid and the carrier remains responsible.

• The stipulation is valid and the carrier is absolved from liability.

• The stipulation is valid, but the carrier is still liable for injuries.

• The stipulation is invalid, and the carrier is liable for injuries but not death.

Which government agency is responsible for the country's rail, air, sea, and communications infrastructure?

• DOTC

• LTFRB

• LTO

• MARINA

Which government agency is responsible for integrating the development, promotion, and regulation of the maritime industry in the Philippines?

• DOTC

• LTFRB

• LTO

• MARINA

Which government agency is responsible for promulgating and enforcing regulations for public land transportation services?

• DOTC

• LTFRB

• LTO

• MARINA

Which government agency is responsible for implementing policies on civil aviation to assure safe and efficient air travel?

• DOTC

• LTFRB

• LTO

• ATO