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Which transportation mode is generally considered the most cost-effective for shipping large volumes over long distances, but is also the slowest?

Ocean freight offers the lowest cost per unit for bulk cargo over long international distances, though it has the longest transit times.

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Question: Which transportation mode is generally considered the most cost-effective for shipping large volumes over long distances, but is also the slowest?

Answer options: ✅ Ocean freight

  • Air freight
  • Road freight
  • Rail freight

Correct answer: Ocean freight

Explanation: Ocean freight offers the lowest cost per unit for bulk cargo over long international distances, though it has the longest transit times.

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