APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) — Question 64

Which of the following categories is a weakness of the rail systems?

Answer options

• A. Safety records
• B. Inflexible infrastructures
• C. Effects of the weather
• D. Routes from city centers

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as inflexible infrastructures hinder the ability to adapt to changing demands or reroute services efficiently. Options A, C, and D may present challenges but do not specifically address the rigidity of rail systems compared to other transportation methods.