In the Context of a Supply Chain, Which of the Following

question 3

Multiple Choice

In the context of a supply chain, which of the following statements is true of the different modes of transportation?

• A)Transportation by planes is the fastest but most expensive means of transport.
• B)Pipelines offer the lowest on-time dependability and the lowest frequency of shipments among all the major modes of transportation.
• C)Marketers usually rely on a single mode of transportation.
• D)Ships offer the least flexibility in handling, but the highest on-time dependability of all major modes of transportation.

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Definitions:

Preoperational Stage

A stage in Piaget’s theory of cognitive development (ages 2-7) where children begin to engage in symbolic play but don't yet comprehend concrete logic.

Concrete Operations Stage

Piaget’s third stage of cognitive development, in which the school-age child becomes capable of logical thought processes but is not yet capable of abstract thinking.

Logical Thinking

The process of using rational, systematic steps based on sound reasoning to arrive at a conclusion.

Abstract Thinking

The cognitive ability to understand concepts that are not based on physical reality but rather on ideas or qualities.