Logistics and Transportation: Master Supply Chain Management

Question 1

Which of the following is **not** a mode of transportation commonly used in logistics?

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Teleportation

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Maritime

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Air

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Road

Question 2

Routing in logistics primarily involves:

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Determining the path of goods movement

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Choosing the most efficient transport modes

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Managing inventory levels

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Selecting optimal storage locations

Question 3

Which of the following is **not** an advantage of using a third-party logistics provider (3PL)?

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Elimination of all logistics operations

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Reduced operating costs

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Increased flexibility

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Access to specialized expertise

Question 4

Cross-docking in logistics involves:

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Receiving and shipping goods without storing them

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Consolidating goods from multiple suppliers

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Breaking down bulk shipments into smaller units

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Managing inventory levels through the use of technology

Question 5

Which of the following is **not** a benefit of using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology in logistics?

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Increased storage capacity

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Enhanced tracking and visibility

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Improved inventory accuracy

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Reduced labor costs

Question 6

Which of the following is **not** a sustainable logistics practice?

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Maximizing packaging materials

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Reducing carbon emissions

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Using renewable energy sources

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Minimizing waste

Question 7

Which warehousing approach focuses on holding products briefly before distribution?

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Cross-docking

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Just-in-time (JIT)

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Mass storage

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Long-term preservation

Question 8

What is the main objective of using a transportation management system (TMS)?

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Planning and executing transportation operations

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Tracking shipments and inventory

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Managing freight costs and contracts

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Providing customer service

Question 9

The primary goal of routing strategies is to:

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Minimize transportation costs

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Maximize delivery speed

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Ensure product freshness

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Reduce environmental impact

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of effective logistics and transportation management?

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Increased inventory levels

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Reduced costs

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Improved customer satisfaction

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Increased productivity

Question 11

Question 2: A company needs to transport fragile medical equipment. Which mode of transportation offers the best protection and reliability?

Accepted Answer

Air freight

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Ocean freight

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Road freight

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Rail freight

Question 12

Question 6: Which performance metric measures the efficiency of the order fulfillment process?

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Order fulfillment cycle time

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Inventory turnover ratio

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Customer satisfaction score

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Transportation cost per shipment

Question 13

Which routing strategy aims to minimize the total distance travelled by vehicles?

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Savings algorithm

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Nearest neighbour

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Genetic algorithm

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Ant colony optimization

Question 14

Explain the core principles of lean logistics and discuss their practical advantages in supply chain optimization.

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Eliminating waste, improving flow, and optimizing resources.

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Focusing solely on cost reduction, regardless of customer satisfaction.

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Implementing technology without considering process enhancements.

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Maintaining high inventory levels to ensure flexibility.

Question 15

A company is looking to transport large quantities of raw materials from a port to its manufacturing facility. Which transportation mode would be the most cost-effective for this scenario?

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Sea Freight

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Rail Freight

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Road Haulage

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Air Freight

Question 16

What is the primary function of a distribution center in a logistics network?

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To store and consolidate goods for efficient delivery to customers

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To manufacture and assemble products

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To provide customer service and support

Question 17

A company implements a just-in-time (JIT) inventory management system. What is the primary benefit of this approach?

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Reduced inventory holding costs and improved efficiency

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Enhanced product quality and reliability

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Increased product variety and customization

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a key factor to consider when selecting a transportation route?

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The availability of qualified drivers

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Cost of fuel and transportation

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Traffic congestion and road conditions

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Distance and travel time

Question 19

What is the purpose of a Bill of Lading (B/L) in international shipping?

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To document the ownership and transportation of goods

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To track the shipment in real-time

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To provide insurance coverage for the shipment

Question 20

A company wants to implement a logistics strategy that minimizes environmental impact. Which of the following practices would be most effective?

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Utilizing intermodal transportation and reducing road haulage

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Increasing the number of warehouses to reduce delivery distances

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Prioritizing air freight for faster delivery times

Question 21

What is the primary goal of a supply chain management system (SCMS)?

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To coordinate and optimize all activities within the supply chain

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To improve customer service and responsiveness

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To reduce inventory holding costs

Question 22

A company is considering outsourcing its logistics operations. What is the main advantage of this approach?

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Access to specialized expertise and cost savings

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Enhanced product quality and innovation

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Increased control over logistics operations

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Improved brand image and customer satisfaction

Question 23

Which of the following is a key performance indicator (KPI) commonly used to measure logistics efficiency?

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On-time delivery rate

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Product development cycle time

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Customer satisfaction scores

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Employee retention rate

Question 24

A company uses a warehouse management system (WMS) to track and manage inventory. What is the primary function of a WMS?

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To optimize warehouse operations and ensure accurate inventory control

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To track and monitor transportation routes

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To manage customer orders and shipping processes