Explain the rationale for identifying the best modes of transportation for a product

What will be an ideal response?

Mode of transportation decisions entail a compromise between minimizing costs and providing the service customers want. Factors to consider are dependability, cost, speed of delivery, accessibility, capability, and traceability. Each mode of transportation has different strengths and weaknesses that make it a good choice for different transportation needs. For example, railroads have a moderate speed of delivery and average cost, while air has a high cost and very fast speed of delivery.

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a. providing "perks" such as a full gym and swimming pool. b. giving employees opportunities to work on challenging and interesting projects. c. eight-hour work days. d. all of the above.

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Value pricing is the opposite of cost-based pricing

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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