Transport Characteristics Quiz

What are the two general characteristics observed in all transport services?

• High speed and low cost

• Flexibility and perishability

• Reliability and availability

• Comfort and safety

Which mode of transport is most suitable for short and medium distance traffic and provides door-to-door service?

• Sea Transport

• Road Transport

• Air Transport

• Rail Transport

What is the outstanding characteristic of air transport?

• Low cost

• Large cargo capacity

• Flexibility

• Speed

What is the main objective in the provision of transport service for both passengers and goods?

• Comfort

• Speed

• Safe Arrival

• Frequency

What does the term 'Intermodal Transport' refer to?

• Transporting goods using a single mode of transport

• Transporting passengers using multiple modes of transport

• Transporting goods using only one mode of transport

• Transportation of goods under a single contract but performed with at least two different means of transport

What type of traffic includes travel between home to place of work/school and travel during the course of work?

• Business Traffic

• Leisure Traffic

• Optional Traffic

• Essential Traffic

What does the capacity of a transport system refer to?

• The load bearing capacity of the way

• The comfort level of the transport system

• The speed of the transport system

• The frequency of the transport system

What does the term 'Regularity' mean in a transport service?

• Movements take place only during peak hours

• Movements take place only during off-peak hours

• Movements take place at evenly spaced intervals or at known time

• Movements take place at random intervals

What is the importance of 'Punctuality & Reliability' in transport services?

• To adhere to schedules and timetables for passenger convenience

• To increase the cost of transportation

• To reduce the frequency of transport services

• To ensure passengers arrive late

What is the main consideration for 'Comfort' in passenger transport?

• Physical comfort such as seats and air-conditioning

• Low cost of transportation

• Large cargo capacity

• High speed of transportation