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Hps2314:Clearing And Forwading Question Paper

Hps2314:Clearing And Forwading

Course:Bachelor Of Supplies Management

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2013

QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
(a) Discuss any five roles of freight forwarder in international trade. (10 marks)
(b) Discuss and explain the freight forwarders relationship with the other parties in the logistics chain. (10 marks) (c) Discuss and explain the function indicating legal context and source of: i. Bank documents (5 marks) ii. Sea documents (5 marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
(a) Discuss key factors that enable maximum utilization of space in warehousing. (5 marks) (b) Briefly discuss different types of warehouses. (15 marks)
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QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
(a) Explain and discuss any five forms of sea transport. (10 marks)
(b) Briefly explain with appropriate examples where possible five factors that would influence the choice of shipping carrier. (10 marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
(a) Discuss briefly why it is important to adhere to IATA regulations relating transport of dangerous cargo. (10 marks)
(b) Incoterms have been developed as a means of standardizing international practice. Discuss. (10 marks)
QUESTION FIVE – (20 MARKS)
(a) Discuss factors that influence the formulation of freight rates. (10 marks)
(b) Define and explain what tugs and mooring boots are. (5 marks)
(c) Explain vessel delay surcharge and when it is applied. (5 marks)

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