Concerning Speed of Service in the Logistical System, Which of the Following

question 72

Multiple Choice

Concerning speed of service in the logistical system, which of the following is(are) accurate?

• A)The longer the delivery time, the more inventory customers must maintain to service their needs while the shipment is in transit.
• B)The slower modes of transportation involve higher variable costs for product movement.
• C)The faster modes of transportation result in the need for higher investments in inventory by customers.
• D)All of the answer choices.
• E)Both the slower modes of transportation involve higher variable costs for product movement and the faster modes of transportation result in the need for higher investments in inventory by customers.

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Definitions:

Timing Purposes

Related to adjusting the engine's timing for optimal performance and efficiency.

Gear Jump-out

A condition in manual transmissions where the gear unintentionally disengages, often due to worn components or misalignment.

Detent Spring

A spring mechanism that provides a resting position in mechanical devices, often used to hold a component in a specific position until enough force is applied to move it.

Main Box Ratio

Refers to the primary gear ratio in the gearbox of a vehicle, determining the relationship between engine speed and wheel speed, affecting acceleration and fuel efficiency.