CLP Transportation & Distribution 3

Question 1

Which document serves as a contract of carriage, a receipt for goods, and a document of title in ocean shipping?

Accepted Answer

Bill of lading

Answer

A bill of lading serves three functions: it is a receipt for cargo, a contract between shipper and carrier, and (if negotiable) a document of title.

Question 2

Hub-and-spoke distribution networks are most advantageous when:

Accepted Answer

Consolidating freight from many origins to many destinations improves load factors

Answer

Hub-and-spoke networks improve load utilization by consolidating shipments at central hubs before redistribution, lowering per-unit transport cost.

Question 3

A carrier's tariff rate is $2.50 per cwt. A shipment weighs 4,000 lbs. What is the freight charge?

Accepted Answer

$100

Answer

4,000 lbs ÷ 100 = 40 cwt × $2.50 = $100.00 total freight charge.

Question 4

Which transportation mode is typically most suitable for time-sensitive, high-value, low-weight shipments?

Accepted Answer

Air freight

Answer

Air freight offers the fastest transit times and is most cost-effective for high-value, low-weight cargo where speed justifies the premium.

Question 5

A 3PL provider is best defined as:

Accepted Answer

An external firm that manages one or more logistics functions on behalf of a shipper

Answer

A third-party logistics (3PL) provider is an external company that manages logistics services such as warehousing, transportation, or fulfillment for shippers.

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CLP Transportation & Distribution 3