The Most Important Operational Decision Related to Transportation in a Supply

question 31

Multiple Choice

The most important operational decision related to transportation in a supply chain is

• A)minimizing cost of transportation.
• B)maximizing profitability of the supply chain.
• C)reducing the level of cycle inventory.
• D)the routing and scheduling of deliveries.

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Definitions:

ATA Standard

The ATA Standard refers to a set of specifications and practices developed by the Air Transport Association (now Airlines for America, A4A) for the design and maintenance of aircraft.

Trailer Cord

A multi-wire electrical cable used to connect a trailer's lighting and electrical systems to the towing vehicle, ensuring synchronization of signals.

Brake Lights

Safety features on vehicles that illuminate to signal to other drivers that the vehicle is decelerating or coming to a stop.

Visible Light

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the human eye, typically spanning wavelengths from about 380 to 750 nanometers.