Mayflower, which operates a large system of long-distance trucking, is available for business or individual shipping needs. Mayflower is a ____ carrier.
A) private
B) contract
C) mail
D) parcel
E) common

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Mayflower is a common carrier, meaning they transport goods for the public in exchange for payment. They have a large system of trucks and move goods long distances for various customers. Private carriers transport goods for a specific company or individual, contract carriers transport goods for specific contracts, mail carriers transport letters and packages for the postal service, and parcel carriers specialize in smaller packages and typically have specific size and weight limits.

Mayflower, Which Operates a Large System of Long-Distance Trucking, Is