USPS Announces 10-Year Overhaul To Increase Revenue, Avoid Bailout

The USPS has proposed a plan to increase revenue by slowing delivery times for first class mail from one to three days to one to five days, while maintaining current standards for 61% of mail. The plan includes more truck deliveries and fewer airplane deliveries, as well as reduced hours at some retail locations. The Postmaster General warns that without this plan, a government bailout may be necessary.

What is the proposed change in delivery time for first class mail letters?

• From three to five days to three to seven days

• From one to three days to one to five days

• From one to two days to one to four days

• From two to four days to two to six days

What percentage of first class mail is expected to maintain its current delivery standards?

• 50%

• 75%

• 61%

• 80%

What change in delivery methods is proposed in the plan?

• Equal airplane and truck deliveries

• More truck deliveries and fewer airplane deliveries

• More airplane deliveries and fewer truck deliveries

• No change in delivery methods

What is one of the proposed changes to retail locations?

• Increase hours at all locations

• Close some locations permanently

• Expand services at all locations

• Cut hours at some locations

What does the Postmaster General say will happen without the proposed plan?

• The company will expand globally

• The company will need a government bailout

• The company will increase profits

• The company will reduce its workforce