Question 1

The three functions of correct packaging are

Accepted Answer

A speedy delivery may not be an objective in some shipments.Not all packaging is aimed at consumers,recycling may not be possible nor desirable,and publicizing products while they are in transit may invite theft or pilferage.Impenetrable protection and low costs may be mutually exclusive,and not all shipments use pallets.Correct packaging should protect goods in transit,facilitate proper handling,and fulfill the shipper's customer service strategy.

Question 2

Because of the threat to hardwood forests caused by the long-horned beetle,

Accepted Answer

The Asian long-horned beetle attacked hardwood forests in North America,so wood pallets from China are not allowed into the U.S.unless it has been properly protected and marked.

Question 3

Packaging designed to appeal to and be functional for consumers is called

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Primary packaging is consumer packaging,or what the consumers see when they purchase and handles the product.Secondary packaging is the packaging that usually groups several of the consumer goods into one unit.This is what the retailer sees and handles before the goods are placed on the shelves.Tertiary packaging,or transportation packaging,includes all of the additional protection designed to ensure safe and efficient delivery of the goods in sound condition to their foreign purchaser.Commercial packaging does not exist.

Question 4

To save costs and space,different types of refrigerated goods often are mixed together.

Accepted Answer

Different types of refrigerated goods require specific temperature and humidity settings for optimal preservation, and mixing them could lead to spoilage or cross-contamination.

Question 5

Cargo that cannot be containerized because it is too large and won't fit in a traditional container or because it exceeds the maximum weight of a container load is called

Accepted Answer

LCL cargo does not apply in this case,and loose cargo and moderated cargo are terms that are undefined.Break-bulk cargo is unitized in a box or crate which is placed directly into the hold of a ship because it is too large or heavy to be placed in a traditional container.

Question 6

FCL cargo stands for

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The correct answer is FCL stands for full-container-load.

Question 7

Proper marking on cargo as it is shipped is important because proper marking

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All of these protections are important reasons for proper markings.

Question 8

Characteristic(s)of steel drums is/are

Accepted Answer

All characteristics apply to steel drums.

Question 9

Hazardous cargo shipped by sea is regulated by the

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The shipment of dangerous goods by sea is regulated by the International Maritime Organization [IMO].The IATA is the International Air Transport Association and the ICAO is the International Civil Aviation Organization,both of which regulate air transport of dangerous goods.

Question 10

In conditions of high humidity,paperboard loses up to _____ percent of its strength.

Accepted Answer

Paperboard loses up to 60 percent of its strength under humid conditions.

Question 11

FIBCs are used for shipping _____ cargo.

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A very large bag called a flexible intermediate bulk container (FIBC)are constructed of woven polymer fibers,and are used for transporting granular cargo.

Question 12

The strongest type of shipping crates are

Accepted Answer

Well-built crates are constructed with three-way corners,which is the strongest possible corner design.All other characteristics named apply to shipping bags.

Question 13

Cigna Insurance Company published a guide to cargo handling in

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Cigna Insurance Company publishes a guide to the equipment in place in all the ports worldwide,called the Ports of the World.All other "guides" are made up.

Question 14

An intermodal container is designed to withstand the weight of up to how many similar containers placed on top of it?

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The correct answer is eight.

Question 15

Consumer packages abroad are generally smaller in countries where retail shopping is done frequently.

Accepted Answer

In countries where retail shopping is done frequently, consumers tend to purchase smaller quantities of products more frequently. Hence, the consumer packages are generally smaller in such countries.

Question 16

For air shipments,the best form of packaging would be tertiary in nature and would include one additional layer of cardboard.

Accepted Answer

Air shipments require durable and protective packaging, which is usually in the form of tertiary packaging. Adding an additional layer of cardboard would further enhance the protection of the goods during transport.

Question 17

Most cargo tends to be shipped by air in its

Accepted Answer

Secondary packaging is the packaging that usually groups several of the consumer goods into one unit,usually a thin cardboard box or a shrink-wrap.This is what the retailer sees and handles before the goods are placed on the shelves.

Question 18

Cargo pallets in international road and rail transportation should be protected on all four corners,banded with nylon or steel straps,and should be shrink-wrapped or stretch-wrapped for protection against rain and ambient humidity.

Accepted Answer

Cargo pallets are typically protected on all four corners and banded with nylon or steel straps in international road and rail transportation. Additionally, shrink-wrapping or stretch-wrapping is often used to provide protection against rain and other environmental factors.

Question 19

The complexity of varied regulations regarding shipment of hazardous cargo means the shipper should contract with a specialized freight forwarder or consultant.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. The different regulations and requirements for transporting hazardous cargo can be complex and require specialized knowledge. It is recommended that shippers work with a specialized freight forwarder or consultant who has experience and knowledge in this area to ensure compliance with all regulations and to manage the risks associated with transporting hazardous materials.

Question 20

The standardized size of pallets in Europe is

Accepted Answer

The European standardized size of pallets is 80 × 120 centimeters,which is 31.5 × 47.25 inches,and is different than the most popular pallets in the U.S.which are 36 × 48 inches.

Quiz 14: Packaging for Export