Transportation Modes Quiz

Which mode of transportation is considered the most reliable due to its ability to provide door-to-door service?

• Air

• Sea

• Pipeline

• Road

What is a "combi aircraft"?

• An aircraft used for both passenger and freight transportation, but the freight is carried in the belly of the aircraft.

• An aircraft configured solely for the carriage of freight and/or mail.

• A passenger aircraft with enhanced capabilities for carrying freight on the passenger deck.

• A smaller aircraft used for short takeoff and landing.

What is the main downside to road transport?

• Weather, traffic, and road regulations

• High maintenance costs

• Limited accessibility

• Low capacity

Which of the following is a characteristic of liner shipping?

• Irregular and discontinuous service.

• Freight rates are flexible and can change daily.

• The service is based on a charter party.

• Fixed freight rates and a fixed schedule.

What are the advantages of Less-Truck-Load (LTL)?

Why is LTL considered more economical for shippers with smaller loads?

• Because the transit time is faster

• Because the transit time is faster

• Because the shipper only pays for the portion of the truck their freight occupies

• Because there are no transfers or multiple stops involved

What is the key advantage of rail transport's "right-of-way"?

• It is cheap to build and maintain

• It allows for door-to-door delivery

• It makes rail vehicles not influenced by traffic or other diversions

• It can be laid on a wide variety of terrains

Which of the following is a characteristic of liner shipping?

• Irregular and discontinuous service.

• Freight rates are flexible and can change daily.

• The service is based on a charter party

• Fixed freight rates and a fixed schedule

What technology do most trucks use to track shipments?

• GPS tracking devices

• RFID tags

• Barcode scanners

• Satellite communication

What is a limitation of road transport?

• High carrying capacity

• Flexibility

• Not suitable for long distance travel

• Fast delivery