Q23. Why is the freight transport by road gaining importance?
1. Road transport is the most economical for short distances.
2. The construction and maintenance cost are very low.
3. Due to increase in the size of Lorries and its power, roadways can now carry large and heavy goods.
Q23. Why is the freight transport by road gaining importance?
1. Road transport is the most economical for short distances.
2. The construction and maintenance cost are very low.
3. Due to increase in the size of Lorries and its power, roadways can now carry large and heavy goods.
The correct option is C c) Only 1 and 3
Road transport is the most economical for short distances as compared to railways. Roads are important than other modes of transport because it offers door to door services. They provide long distance links through highways, motorways. Due to increase in the size of Lorries and its power, roadways can now carry large and heavy goods. The quality of roads varies greatly between countries because the construction and maintenance are very high which is a limitation.
c) Only 1 and 3
Road transport is the most economical for short distances as compared to railways. Roads are important than other modes of transport because it offers door to door services. They provide long distance links through highways, motorways. Due to increase in the size of Lorries and its power, roadways can now carry large and heavy goods. The quality of roads varies greatly between countries because the construction and maintenance are very high which is a limitation.
