Methods of Distribution

Question 1

What are the 4 Methods of Distribution?

Answer 1

Air
Road
Rail
Sea

Question 2

What are the advantages of delivering by Air?

Answer 2

Products transported globally more quickly than other methods.
Large amounts of small products can be transported.

Question 3

What are the disadvantages of delivering by Air?

Answer 3

Most expensive method.
Fluctuating fuel costs.
Road still needed once goods arrive at airport.

Question 4

What are the advantages of delivering by Road?

Answer 4

Door-to-door service.
Cheaper than rail or air transport.
Delivery can take place at any time of the day.

Question 5

What are the disadvantages of delivering by Road?

Answer 5

Slower method of distribution compared to rail and air.
Can be difficult to carry large, bulky goods.
Not environmentally friendly and leads to increased pollution.

Question 6

What are the advantages of delivering by Rail?

Answer 6

Large, bulky items can be transported around the country.
It is quicker to transport goods than by road or sea.
reduces the carbon footprint.

Question 7

What is an disadvantage of delivering by Rail?

Answer 7

Road still needed once goods arrive at station.

Question 8

What are the advantages of delivering overseas?

Answer 8

Large, bulky items can be transported around the world.
Cheaper than rail and air transport for long distances.

Question 9

What are the disadvantages of delivering overseas?

Answer 9

Can take weeks/months to transport goods.
Requires additional transport at end of journey e.g. road.