Chapter 2

1. Which transport mode is considered the fastest?

• Road

• Rail

• Air

• Sea

2. Road transport’s biggest advantage compared to other modes is:

• High capacity

• Door-to-door accessibility

• Low accident rates

• Long transit times

Which factor most commonly reduces the reliability of road transport?

• Customs clearance

• Airport restrictions

• Weather and traffic congestion

• Port congestion

Rail transport is especially suitable for:

• Small packages

• Perishable goods

• Emergency medical supplies

• Bulk commodities like coal and grain

Which transport mode has very high capacity but requires fixed tracks and stations?

• Road

• Rail

• Air

• Pipeline

Which characteristic makes air transport unsuitable for very heavy or oversized goods?

• Lack of accessibility

• Long transit time

• High accident risk

• Limited capacity

Which mode is most affected by piracy risks?

• Rail

• Road

• Air

• Sea

Pipelines are best for transporting:

• Automobiles

• Liquids and gases

• Containers

• Passengers

Which transport mode is considered the safest overall for passengers and cargo?

• Road

• Rail

• Air

• Sea

Which is a limitation of sea transport?

• Low capacity

• Long transit times

• Very high speed

• Inability to transport heavy goods