The Selection of the FOB Point Is Important to the Purchaser

question 12

Multiple Choice

The selection of the FOB point is important to the purchaser, for it determines:

• A) who pays the carrier.
• B) when legal title to goods being shipped passes to the buyer.
• C) who is responsible for preparing and pursuing loss or damage claims.
• D) who routes the freight.
• E) all of the above.

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Definitions:

Kingpin Base Material

The foundational material composition of a kingpin, which is a critical pivot point in steering mechanisms of vehicles.

Tapered

Describes an object or structure that gradually narrows or comes to a point at one end.

Removable Kingpin

A detachable component that plays a crucial role in the coupling mechanism between a tractor and a semi-trailer in trucking.

Torque Twist Effect

The rotational force or twisting motion experienced by a vehicle's chassis due to the power output from the engine, particularly in high-torque applications.