Question 1

Packaging classifications range from ___________ and _____________.

Accepted Answer

Packaging classifications typically include technical and marketing categories. Technical packaging focuses on protecting and preserving the product, while marketing packaging emphasizes the design and presentation to appeal to consumers.

Question 2

These two classifications can be further divided into ___________, _________ and _______ functions.

Accepted Answer

Primary, secondary, and tertiary are common classifications used to further divide functions or categories in various contexts, such as economic sectors, protein structure, and more.

Question 3

Primary functions are oriented marketing and communications while secondary functions are concerned with the technical nature of the packaging.

Accepted Answer

Primary functions of packaging are related to protection, containment, and preservation of products, while secondary functions include marketing, communication, and providing information about the product.

Question 4

_____________ is the connection of form, structure, materials, color, imagery, typography and regulatory information.

Accepted Answer

Packaging design encompasses the connection of form, structure, materials, color, imagery, typography, and regulatory information to create the packaging of a product.

Question 5

A packaging approach where a very small unit is placed into a slightly larger unit, which is then placed in a larger unit is called the _______________________.

Accepted Answer

The "Building block approach" refers to a method where smaller units are progressively placed into larger units, much like building blocks being stacked or nested together. This approach is often used in packaging to efficiently utilize space and provide protection for the items being shipped or stored.

Question 6

All of the following are common causes of product damage except:

Accepted Answer

Impression is not commonly listed as a cause of product damage in the context of shipping and handling. The common causes of product damage include vibration, impact, and puncture, which can occur during transportation or storage.

Question 7

___________ is preferred by some companies because it is 100% recyclable and very commonly reused for new containers.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________ is preferred by some companies because...

Question 8

Symbols for packaging instructions are internationally standardized and may be omitted as the yare self-explanatory and overcome language barriers.

Accepted Answer

Symbols for packaging instructions are internationally standardized to help overcome language barriers, but they should not be omitted as they provide essential information for handling and safety.

Question 9

All types of unitization have as the basic objective, increasing handling and transport efficiency.

Accepted Answer

Unitization, in logistics, refers to the process of grouping individual items into a single unit for easier and more efficient handling, storage, and transportation, aiming to improve overall efficiency in these processes.

Question 10

__________________ have several benefits, not only are they built specifically to protect the products they hold, but they also cut costs and reduce waste.

Accepted Answer

Reusable containers are designed to protect the products they hold, and by being reusable, they help in cutting costs and reducing waste, making them an environmentally friendly and cost-effective packaging solution.

Question 11

Which type of packaging testing measures the compression force a cardboard material can sustain in its vertical or loading direction before collapsing.

Accepted Answer

The Edge Crush Test (ECT) measures the compression strength of cardboard material in its vertical or loading direction, indicating how much force it can sustain before collapsing. This is crucial for determining the stacking strength of corrugated boxes.

Question 12

____________ is packaging that has been manufactured from sustainable materials using energy from renewable sources.

Accepted Answer

Sustainable packaging is specifically designed to use materials and production methods that are environmentally friendly and sourced from renewable energy. This includes using sustainable materials and minimizing the environmental impact throughout the product's lifecycle.

Question 13

______________ is the movement, protection, storage and control of materials and products throughout manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, consumption and disposal.

Accepted Answer

Materials handling refers to the processes involved in moving, protecting, storing, and controlling materials and products throughout all stages of manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, consumption, and disposal.

Question 14

Which material handling principle stipulates that all material handling process should be simplified by reducing, combining, shortening or eliminating unnecessary movement that will impede productivity?

Accepted Answer

The Work principle of material handling emphasizes simplifying processes by reducing, combining, shortening, or eliminating unnecessary movements to enhance productivity.

Question 15

___________ is mechanical equipment used for the movement, storage, control and protection of materials, goods and products throughout the process of manufacturing, distribution, consumption and disposal.

Accepted Answer

MHE stands for Material Handling Equipment, which is used for the movement, storage, control, and protection of materials, goods, and products throughout various stages of manufacturing, distribution, consumption, and disposal.

Question 16

Industrial trucks are licensed to travel on public roads, commercial trucks are not licensed to do so.

Accepted Answer

Commercial trucks are specifically designed and licensed to travel on public roads for the transportation of goods, whereas industrial trucks, such as forklifts, are typically used within warehouses or industrial areas and are not licensed for public road travel.

Question 17

_________ are computer-controlled and wheel-based, automatic guided vehicles are load carriers that travel along the floor of a facility without an onboard operator or driver.

Accepted Answer

AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) are computer-controlled, wheel-based vehicles that carry loads and navigate through facilities without an onboard operator, distinguishing them from the other options listed.

Question 18

__________ provide efficient transport of material from one place to another in the manufacturing area.

Accepted Answer

AMHS (Automated Material Handling Systems) are designed to efficiently transport materials from one place to another within a manufacturing area, optimizing the production process.

Question 19

An automated storage and retrieval system (AS/AR) is a combination of equipment and controls that handle, store, and retrieve materials as needed.

Accepted Answer

An automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) indeed consists of a variety of computer-controlled systems for automatically placing and retrieving loads from defined storage locations, optimizing material handling processes.

Question 20

What process does a warehouse management system integrate with to efficiently track and manage returned products in the both the warehouse and accounting through ERP integration.

Accepted Answer

Returns management is the process integrated with a warehouse management system to efficiently track and manage returned products, ensuring that both the physical handling in the warehouse and the financial aspects in the accounting system are accurately addressed through ERP integration.

Quiz 7: Packaging, Containerization, and Materials Handling

Packaging classifications range from _ and ___.

These two classifications can be further divided into _______, _ and ___ functions.