Postal Services Flashcards
Bulk mail that includes at least 200 pieces of addressed, sorted, and prepared according to postal standards
Standard mail
Dated, postmarked mail that is processed much faster then stamped mail
Metered mail
Fastest delivery service offered by U.S Postal Service
Express mail
First class mail
Priority mail
Mail sent to an address outside the borders of the U.S
International mail
Mail that includes a small fee to protect the value of the contents of a package against loss, damage, or rifling
Insured mail
Mail that provides a mailing receipt for the sender and proof of delivery
Certified mail
Postage rates are set according to the weight of the mail and it’s
Zone of destination
On a bill of lading the trucking company is called the
Carrier
The weight limit at the postal office is
70 pounds
The person or business receiving a shipment is called the
Consignee
After a shipment has been delivered, the trucking company sends the shipper a…
Freight bill
It’s not necessary to look up the zone of destination if the destination is
Local
An envelope with one postage stamp on it is sent by
Priority mail