Description : __________ are the most common mode of shipping fresh flowers long distances. A)Pipeline s B)Waterways C)Motor vehicles D)Airways E)Railroads
Last Answer : D)Airways
Description : Which of the following modes of transportation is most likely to be used for transporting emergency parts? A)Motor vehicles B)Railroads C)Inland waterways D)Airways E)Pipelines
Description : Assuming everything else equal, the best way for British Petroleum to transport crude oil from remote oil drilling sites in central Alaska to shipping terminals on the Alaskan coast would be A)waterways. B)airways. C)tanker trucks. D)railroads. E)pipelines.
Last Answer : E)pipelines.
Description : Where speed is less important, which of the following remains an important criterion in selecting a transportation mode? A)Cost differences B)Security differences C)Performance differences D)Regulation E)Capability
Last Answer : A)Cost differences
Description : Describe any three factors that accord prominence to airways as a mode of transportation. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Following are the factors that accord airways prominence as a mode of transportation: (i) They are the fastest mode of transportation. (ii) They are the best means of transport for ... and human-made calamities like floods, famines, earthquake, epidemics and war by virtue of their swiftness.
Description : Which of the following refers to the degree to which a transportation mode can provide equipment and conditions appropriate for moving specific kinds of goods? A)Reliability. B)Capability C)Capacity D)Accessibility E)Frequency
Last Answer : B)Capability
Description : A tool that allows an advertiser to compare the costs of several vehicles within a specific medium relative to the number of persons reached by each vehicle is called a A)cost comparison indicator. B)media comparison selector. C)unit -price selector. D)cost/person index. E)vehicle/price indicator.
Last Answer : A)cost comparison indicator.
Description : Mention any one disadvantage of airways and any one disadvantage of pipelines as a mode of transport. -Geography
Last Answer : One Disadvantage of Airways : It is the costliest mode of transportation and can carry only limited goods and passengers. One Disadvantage of Pipelines : Underground pipelines cannot be easily repaired and detection of leakage is also difficult. Once it is laid, capacity cannot be increased.
Description : “Airways is the most preferred mode of transport in North-Eastern states of India.” -SST 10th
Last Answer : The north-eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers, dissected relief and dense * forests hence, it is difficult to construct roads and railway lines there. . There are ... lines. . Air travel has made access to north-eastern part of the country easier and quicker.
Description : What is the significance of airways as a mode of transport? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Airways are the fastest, most comfortable and prestigious mode of transport in recent times. They can easily cross over geographical boundaries and vast stretches of seas and oceans. They can negotiate over ... : It is the costliest mode of transportation and is out of the reach of common people.
Description : Indicate which of the statement is incorrect with regard to coning of Wheels a)coning of wheels help the vehicle to negotiate a curve smoothly b) It helps in smooth riding c) It increases ... enables the outer wheel of vehicle to take a longer distance e) it restricts the swaying of vehicles
Last Answer : c) It increases wear and Tear of wheel flanges*
Description : Compared with distribution for consumer product marketing mixes, the distribution ingredient in business to business marketing differs in all of the following respects EXCEPT:A)types of channels used tend to be ... policies differ. D)value is added to the product. E)direct channels are used widely.
Last Answer : D)value is added to the product.
Description : __________ adds time and place utility to a product by moving it from where it is made to where it is purchased and used. A)Warehousing B)Containerisation C)Distribution D)Materials handling E)Transportation
Last Answer : E)Transportation
Description : Greg is a physical distribution manager. He is currently developing and maintaining assortments of products that are adequate for customer demand. In which stage in the physical distribution ... involved? A)Order processing B)Materials handling C)Inventory management D)Transportation E)Warehousing
Last Answer : C)Inventory management
Description : Which of the following physical distribution functions involves the design and operation of facilities for storing and moving goods? A)Order processing B)Materials handling C)Transportation D)Warehousing E)Inventory management
Last Answer : D)Warehousing
Description : __________ allows easier movement of items by fork lift trucks between internal destinations in the warehouse. A)unit loading B)piggybacking C)containerisation D)inventory management E)priority transportation
Last Answer : A)unit loading
Description : Which of the following consolidates shipments from several organisations into efficient lot sizes? A)Freight forwarder B)Forwarding agency C)Transporter D)Special transportation company E)Intermodal shipping company
Last Answer : A)Freight forwarder
Description : __________ involves combining and co -ordinating two or more modes of transportation to take advantage of benefits offered by different types of carriers. A)Intermodal transportation B)Physical distribution C)Containerised movement D)Efficient and effective transportation E)Freight forwarding
Last Answer : A)Intermodal transportation
Description : Jane Downe is planning to open an upmarket dress boutique. She is evaluating ease of movement to and from sites, vehicular traffic, types of stores in the area, and transportation networks. ... at this time? A)Location B)Product depth C)Product mix D)Scrambled merchandising E)Retail positioning
Last Answer : A)Location
Description : By buying in large quantities and delivering to customers in smaller lots, a wholesaler may perform all of the following physical distribution activities except A)inventory planning. B)transportation. C)materials handling. D)unit pricing. E)communication.
Last Answer : D)unit pricing.
Description : Of the following functions, which set is MOST likely to be passed on to wholesalers by producers? A)Transportation, packaging, and financing B)Product development, advertising, and ... D)Financing, transportation, and branding E)Market information, transportation, warehousing, and financing
Last Answer : E)Market information, transportation, warehousing, and financing
Description : Rapid Parcel Service is a transportation company that producers use to forward freight to customers. This example illustrates wholesaling functions performed by: A)sales offices B)sales branches C)public warehouses D)facilitating agencies E)warehousing agencies
Last Answer : D)facilitating agencies
Description : "Floor planning" is performed by A)private warehouses. B)finance companies. C)public warehouses. D)field warehouses. E)transportation companies.
Last Answer : B)finance companies.
Description : A cash -and -carry wholesaler would be expected to A)provide transportation. B)handle high turnover products. C)provide credit. D)carry a wide variety of products. E)provide a wide range of services.
Last Answer : B)handle high turnover products
Description : Which type of wholesaler not only provides transportation and delivers products to retailers, but also provides the service of placing products on retailers' shelves? A)Truck wholesaler B)Cash -and -carry wholesaler C)Rack jobber D)Drop shipper E)Mai l -order wholesaler
Last Answer : C)Rack jobber
Description : Mention any two products which are transported through a pipeline. State any one advantage of this method of transportation. -Geography
Last Answer : Petroleum/milk /water /gas /petroleum products, etc. Advantage —can be constructed even across water or difficult terrains and needs very little maintenance.
Description : What is pipeline transportation? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Pipeline transport network is the new mode of transport these days. In the past, pipelines were used to transport water to cities and industries. Now, these are used for transporting crude oil, ... burst or can have leakage leading to wastage of valuable resource like water, mineral oil, etc.
Description : What are the three important networks of pipeline transportation? -SST 10th
Last Answer : . From oilfield in upper Assam to Kanpur via Guwahati, Barauni and Allahabad. . From Salaya in Gujarat-to Jalandhar in Punjab via Viramgam, Mathura, Delhi and Sonipat. . Gas pipeline from Hazira in Gujarat connects Jagdishpur in Uttar Pradesh via Vijaipur in Madhya Pradesh.
Description : Write the advantages of pipeline transportation for petroleum and natural gas. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Pipelines are now used for transportation of crude oil, petroleum products and natural gas from oil and natural gas fields to refineries, fertilizer factories and big thermal power plants. Such thermal power plants can now be constructed in a much shorter time and very close to their markets.
Description : Which are the three important networks of pipeline transportation in the country? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The three important networks of pipeline transportation in the country are : (a) From oil fields in upper Assam to Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh, via Guwahati, Barauni and Allahabad. It has ... in agricultural regions away from petroleum-producing areas have also been possible due to pipeline transport.
Description : Explain any four advantages of pipeline transportation. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The four advantages of pipelines transportation are (i) Both solid (when converted into slurry) liquid and gases can be transported through pipelines. (ii) Initial cost of laying pipelines is ... minimum. (iv) It is economical to transport petroleum, natural gas, ferlilizers to interior places.
Description : Describe the importance of pipelines in India. Name three important networks of pipeline transportation in the country. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Pipeline transport network is a new arrival on the transportation map of India.Earlier it was used to transport water but these days it is used for the following: (i) Transport of crude oil, ... Vijaipur in MP. It has branches to Kota in Rajasthan, Shahajahanpur, Babrala and other places in UP.
Description : What is pipeline transportation ? -SST 10th
Description : “Pipeline transport network is a new arrival on the transportation map of India.” Explain. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Previously these were used to transport water to cities and industries. (ii) Presently these are used to transport crude oil, petroleum products and natural gas. (iii) Initial cost of laying ... (iv) It rules out delay and losses. Some networks are from oilfield in upper Assam to Kanpur.
Description : Elaborate any two important networks of pipeline transportation in India along with their ranches. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Commodities transported by pipelines: Crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas and even solids in the form of slurry. (ii) Network: (a) From upper Assam to Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) ... Pradesh. It has branches to Kota in Rajasthan, Shahjahanpur, Babrala and other places in Uttar Pradesh.
Description : A primary goal of routing and scheduling decisions is to A)determine the sequence in which customers will be called on. B)use existing transportation facilities. C)minimize nonselling time. D)determine frequency and duration of calls.
Last Answer : C)minimize nonselling time.
Description : Order processing, inventory management, materials handling, warehousing, and transportation are __________ activities. A)wholesaling B)retailing C)physical distribution D)channel management
Last Answer : C)physical distribution
Description : All of the following are facilitating organisations except A)public warehouses. B)finance companies. C)manufacturers' sales branches. D)transportation companies.
Last Answer : C)manufacturers' sales branches.
Description : A channel of distribution is a group of individuals and organisations that A)directs the flow of products from producers to customers. B)links producers to other marketing intermediaries. C)takes title to products and resells them. D)manages transportation and warehousing functions.
Last Answer : A)directs the flow of products from producers to customers.
Description : A secondary -use package can best be defined as one that A)can be used as a promotional tool. B)can be reused for purposes other than its initial use. C)facilitates transportation, storage, and handling for middlemen. D)is recyclable and environmentally safe.
Last Answer : A)can be used as a promotional tool.
Description : Select the FALSE statement about an inventory system. A)The objective of minimum total inventory cost must be balanced against a customer service level necessary to maximise profits. B)EOQ is ... of stockouts. D)Inventory carrying costs usually increase as the level of customer service increases.
Last Answer : B)EOQ is the size of inventory that minimises only the cost of carrying inventory.
Description : A product is a price leader when: A)it is sold at the highest possible price. B)an increase in price leads to increased revenue C)it sometimes is sold at less than cost in the hope that sales of other products will increase. D)its price leads the industry and competitors follow with similar prices.
Last Answer : C)it sometimes is sold at less than cost in the hope that sales of other products will increase. D)its price leads the industry and competitors follow with similar prices.
Description : Which one of the following statements in not correct? [CDS 2003] (a) India is the highest oil-seeds and vegetable oil producing country in the world (b) India is the second largest exporter of ... silk in world (d) India is the second largest producer of three-wheeler motor vehicles in the world
Last Answer : Ans: (c)
Description : What is a transportation mode transports bulky materials at the lowest cost?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : The main problem with using a market test is that it is usually A)difficult to interpret. B)expensive. C)inaccurate. D)unacceptable to consumers. E)overused.
Last Answer : B)expensive.
Description : A marketing plan usually begins with a(n) A)executive summary. B)introduction to the company's marketing objectives. C)summary of current performance as compared with past performance. D)situation analysis. E)opportunity and threat analysis.
Last Answer : A)executive summary.
Description : The type of salesperson that usually requires training in physical science or engineering is the A)trade salesperson. B)missionary salesperson. C)technical salesperson. D)order taker. E)order getter.
Last Answer : C)technical salesperson.
Description : The use of a freight forwarder A)is not always economical for a small firm. B)usually increases transit time and shipping costs. C)usually increases transit time and sometimes lowers shipping costs. D)lowers shipping costs for a large firm. E)usually reduces transit time.
Last Answer : E)usually reduces transit time.
Description : Which of the following is NOT an advantage of franchising for the franchisee? A)The franchisee can capitalise on the business experience of others. B)When problems arise, the franchisee can obtain ... E)The franchisee gives up a certain amount of control when participating in a franchise agreement.
Last Answer : E)The franchisee gives up a certain amount of control when participating in a franchise agreement.
Description : A manufacturer -owned operation that provides services usually associated with agents is a A)facilitating agency. B)wholesaler. C)sales office. D)sales branch. E)public warehouse
Last Answer : C)sales office.