EBK OM
EBK OM
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781305888210
Author: Collier
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 12, Problem 1DQ

a)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation: One of the advantage and disadvantage of Air is to be discussed.

Concept Introduction:

Transport modes are the medium though which passengers and goods used to achieve mobility. These are the types of transport assets.

a)

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Air:

Advantage: Reduced Risk of Damage: Air as a medium of transportation ensures that there is a quick mode of delivery and less management of items during the transit. Air freight shipping is quiet safe and the degree of risk of damage is very low.

Disadvantage: Cost of operating the airlines comparatively higher and the cost of freight is also very high as compared to the sea transport.

b)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:One of the advantage and disadvantage of Rail is to be discussed.

Concept Introduction:

Transport modes through rail are the medium though which passengers and goods used to achieve mobility.

b)

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Rail:

Advantage: Dependable mode: The most important advantage of the railway transport is that it’s most dependable nature and it is the least affected transport by various weather conditions like fog, rain etc.

Disadvantage: Huge capital investment: The capital outlay of railway required is higher.

c)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:One of the advantage and disadvantage of Truck is to be discussed.

Concept Introduction:

Transport modes through Truck are the medium though which goods used to achieve mobility.

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Truck:

Advantage: Door-to door service: The truck helps in providing door-to-door service to the suppliers and purchasers.

Disadvantage: High cost for long hauls: Due to delays due to the unpredictable road situations such as traffic jams, accidents, and other weather conditions, the cost for long hauls become higher.

d)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:One of the advantage and disadvantage of Ship is to be discussed.

Concept Introduction:

Transport modes through Ship are the medium though which goods used to achieve mobility.

d)

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Ship:

Advantage: Maintenance Cost is less: The maintenance cost in rail as well as road transport is high but the maintenance cost of ship is lesser.

Disadvantage: Delays in delivery: The duration of shipping by sea are slower than other modes of transport as bad weather can add more delays.

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