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WorksheetsFreight Brokerage and Transportation Quiz
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 30mins
What is the primary role of a freight broker?
To drive trucks
To connect shippers with carriers
To set government regulations
To own and operate warehouses
What is an MC number and who issues it?
Motor Carrier number, issued by the DOT
Motor Carrier number, issued by the FMCSA
Master Contract number, issued by the shipper
Merchant Code, issued by the IRS
Explain why freight brokers are important to the supply chain.
Which mode of transportation typically carries the largest volume of freight in the U.S.?
Air
Rail
Truckload
Ocean
True or False: Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipments are usually more expensive per unit of freight than Full Truckload (FTL).
True
False
Full Truckload (FTL) is most cost-effective when:
Freight volume is low
Freight fills an entire trailer
Freight is time-sensitive air cargo
Freight only requires pallet shipping
List one common commodity that typically moves as Full Truckload.
Which of the following is the most effective way to approach a new shipper?
Cold calling with a focus on solving their problems
Asking for free loads
Sending a generic email without research
Offering the cheapest rate without understanding their needs
What is the difference between selling as a consultant vs. selling as a salesperson in freight brokerage?
A strong value proposition for a new broker is:
I can move your freight cheaper than anyone.
I can tailor solutions to fit your shipping needs.
I can send you emails every day.
I can guarantee you the lowest spot rate.
Why is vetting carriers important?
To ensure safety and reliability
To guarantee they own the right type of truck
To make sure they charge the lowest price
To avoid paying fuel surcharges
Which document shows proof that the carrier delivered freight?
BOL (Bill of Lading)
POD (Proof of Delivery)
Rate Confirmation
Invoice
Why is it important to build relationships with carriers instead of just using load boards?
Which of the following is the correct order of dispatching a load?
Quote → POD → Rate Confirmation → Pickup
Customer request → Quote → Carrier selection → Rate Confirmation → Dispatch → Delivery → POD
Dispatch → Rate Confirmation → Quote → Delivery
Rate Confirmation → POD → Pickup → Customer request
True or False: Brokers make money from the difference between what the shipper pays and what the carrier is paid (the margin).
True
False
Which document outlines the agreed payment terms and freight details between broker and carrier?
Rate Confirmation
Invoice
POD
MC Certificate
What does FMCSA stand for?
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Freight Management Compliance Safety Agency
Federal Maritime Cargo Shipping Authority
Freight Market Compliance Standards Act
Name one common insurance type carriers must have that brokers should verify.
If a shipper pays $2,000 for a load and the carrier is paid $1,600, what is the broker’s gross margin?
$200
$300
$400
$500
During a down freight market, the best way for a new broker to win business is:
Offering the cheapest rate
Building personalized relationships with shippers
Avoiding calls until the market rebounds
Relying only on load boards
What does drayage typically involve?
Moving freight long-haul by truck
Transporting containers short distances between ports, rail yards, and warehouses
Air shipments from port to customer
Moving LTL freight across the U.S.
Which of the following is a key cost factor in drayage moves?
Deadhead miles
Demurrage and detention fees
Cargo insurance
Accessorial charges
Why is timing critical when arranging drayage freight?
Which freight type is best suited for box trucks?
Ocean containers
Final mile deliveries and regional LTL
Cross-country FTL
Air cargo pallets only
What advantage do box trucks provide for shippers compared to full-size tractor trailers?
