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Question 1
Factors That Determine the Characteristics of Transport
Supply
Transport supply refers to the capacity and availability of
transportation services and infrastructure to meet the demand for
the movement of goods and people. The characteristics of
transport supply are influenced by a range of interrelated factors.
These factors determine how efficiently and effectively
transportation can be provided. Below are the most important
ones:
1. Infrastructure
Transport infrastructure includes roads, railways, ports, airports,
pipelines, and terminals. The type, quality, and extent of
infrastructure significantly affect the supply of transport:
Good infrastructure allows for faster, safer, and more
efficient transport.
Poor infrastructure causes delays, increases costs, and
reduces the reliability of transport systems.
The availability of multimodal facilities (e.g., intermodal
terminals) enhances the flexibility of transport supply.
2. Technology