WAEC Commerce 1995 Question 51

Question 51

Transport

Which of the following is a feature of ocean liners?

  1. A.They do not follow any definite route
  2. B.the rate charged depends on competition
  3. C.They are usually small ships that carry only cargo
  4. D.They belong to a particular shipping conference
  5. E.They stick to the coastal lines of a country
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (They belong to a particular shipping conference)

Explanation

Ocean liners run on fixed routes and timetables and are members of shipping conferences that agree their freight rates.