Question

Explain five circumstances under which the nature of goods would influence the choice of the means of transport

Answer 1

1. Some goods are perishable in nature- this will therefore demand a faster means
2. Some goods are fragile –a smooth mean will therefore have to be selected.
3. Some goods are of high value- this will call for a very secure mean
4. Some goods are bulky – this will demand the appropriate mean such as water transport
5. If goods are irregular in shape- an appropriate mean have to be selected
6. When goods are liquid or gas – this will call for pipeline transport