APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) — Question 8

Which of the following parties play an integral role during the transportation process?

Answer options

• A. Carriers, shippers, consignees, and financial institutions
• B. Carriers, consignees, freight brokers, and financial institutions
• C. general public, carriers, warehouses, and shippers
• D. Government, general public, shippers, and consignees

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, identifies the general public, carriers, warehouses, and shippers as essential elements in transportation. Options A and B include financial institutions and freight brokers, which, while important, do not directly participate in the transportation process. Option D mentions the government, which is not a direct participant in the logistics of transportation.