CLA Transportation and Shipping 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of a proof of delivery (POD)?

Accepted Answer

To confirm that a shipment was received by the consignee

Answer

A proof of delivery (POD) is a document signed by the recipient confirming the shipment was received, and it serves as evidence of successful delivery.

Question 2

What is intermodal transportation?

Accepted Answer

Using two or more modes of transport in a single shipment without handling the freight itself

Answer

Intermodal transportation combines multiple transport modes (e.g., truck and rail) in one shipment, with cargo staying in the same container throughout.

Question 3

What does a carrier's transit time refer to?

Accepted Answer

The number of business days from pickup to delivery

Answer

Transit time is the number of business days a carrier takes to move freight from the point of origin to the destination.

Question 4

What is a freight broker?

Accepted Answer

An intermediary who arranges transportation between shippers and carriers

Answer

A freight broker is a licensed intermediary that connects shippers who need to move goods with carriers who have available capacity.

Question 5

Which factor does NOT typically affect freight shipping costs?

Accepted Answer

The color of the product packaging

Answer

Shipping costs are determined by weight, dimensions, distance, freight class, and special handling needs—not by packaging color.

(CLA) Certified Logistics Associate Practice Test

(CLA) Certified Logistics Associate Practice Test

CLA Transportation and Shipping 2