Class 10 Logistics Mock Test (ICSE)

Topics in Logistics

• Meaning and importance of logistics
• Warehousing and its types
• Transport and its modes
• Insurance: principles and types

Logistics practice questions with answers

1. Q1Multiple choice·1 mark
   What is the primary objective of logistics management in modern commerce?

   1. (a)Increasing the retail price of products
   2. (b)Solely managing advertising and promotional campaigns
   3. (c)Ensuring the efficient flow and storage of goods from origin to consumption
   4. (d)Eliminating the need for warehousing entirely
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   1. Correct option: (c)+1

   Answer: (c)
2. Q2Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which type of warehouse is licensed by the government to store imported goods before the payment of custom duties?

   1. (a)Private warehouse
   2. (b)Cooperative warehouse
   3. (c)Bonded warehouse
   4. (d)Public warehouse
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   1. Correct option: (c)+1

   Answer: (c)
3. Q3Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which mode of transport is most appropriate for carrying high-value, fragile, or urgently required goods over long international distances?

   1. (a)Airways
   2. (b)Waterways
   3. (c)Railways
   4. (d)Pipelines
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   1. Correct option: (a)+1

   Answer: (a)
4. Q4Multiple choice·1 mark
   According to which principle of insurance is the insured not allowed to make a financial profit from the insurance contract?

   1. (a)Principle of Insurable Interest
   2. (b)Principle of Contribution
   3. (c)Principle of Subrogation
   4. (d)Principle of Indemnity
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   1. Correct option: (d)+1

   Answer: (d)
5. Q5Long answer·4 marks
   Transport plays a vital role in the supply chain by bridging the gap between producers and consumers. (a) State any two advantages of road transport over railway transport. [2] (b) Explain any two factors that a business firm must consider while selecting a suitable mode of transport for its goods. [2]
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   1. (a) First advantage, any one of: door-to-door service, which avoids extra loading and unloading at terminals; flexibility of routes and timings; cheaper and quicker over short distances; suitable for perishable goods over short distances; reaches remote, hilly and rural areas not served by railways; less packing is needed; or any other valid advantage.+1
   2. (a) Second advantage, a different one from the same list.+1
   3. (b) First factor explained, any one of: nature of the goods (perishable, fragile or high-value goods need fast or special transport, while heavy, bulky goods suit rail or water); cost of transport (freight must be reasonable in relation to the value of the goods); speed or urgency of delivery; distance to be covered; safety and reliability of the mode; flexibility of routes and timings; regularity of service; volume of goods to be carried; or any other valid factor.+1
   4. (b) Second factor explained, a different one from the same list.+1

   Answer: (a) Any two of: door-to-door service; flexible routes and timings; cheaper and quicker over short distances; suits perishables over short distances; reaches remote areas without railways; less packing needed. (b) Any two of: nature of goods; cost of transport; speed or urgency; distance; safety and reliability; flexibility; regularity of service; volume of goods, each briefly explained.
6. Q6Long answer·4 marks
   Transport is a critical component of logistics that ensures the physical distribution of goods from manufacturers to consumers. (a) Explain any two advantages of railway transport in logistics. (b) State any two factors that a business firm considers while choosing an appropriate mode of transport.
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   1. (a) First advantage explained, any one of: suitable for carrying heavy and bulky goods over long distances; economical over long distances (low cost per tonne-km); regular and dependable service, less affected by weather than roads; large carrying capacity; safer, with less risk of damage and accidents; connects distant regions and helps in national integration; or any other valid advantage.+1
   2. (a) Second advantage explained, a different one from the same list.+1
   3. (b) First factor, any one of: nature of the goods (perishable, fragile or high-value goods need fast or special transport, while heavy, bulky goods suit rail or water); cost of transport (freight must be reasonable in relation to the value of the goods); speed or urgency of delivery; distance to be covered; safety and reliability of the mode; flexibility of routes and timings; regularity of service; volume of goods to be carried; or any other valid factor.+1
   4. (b) Second factor, a different one from the same list.+1

   Answer: (a) Any two of: suits heavy, bulky goods over long distances; economical over long distances; regular and dependable, less affected by weather; large carrying capacity; safer; connects distant regions. (b) Any two of: nature of goods; cost of transport; speed or urgency; distance; safety and reliability; flexibility; regularity of service; volume of goods.

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