Which of the following is true of rail transport? A) Railroads transp

QUESTION

Which of the following is true of rail transport?

A) Railroads transport the greatest volume of domestic goods in the United States.
B) Railroads are the least energy-efficient means of transport.
C) Railroads are not as good as other means of transport for shipping bulky cargos.
D) Railroads are most effective when used over shorter distances.
E) Railroads handle about 10 percent of all domestic goods transported in the United States.

ANSWER

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Railroads transport the greatest volume of domestic goods in the United States, about 40 percent.