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Question
Door to door service is provided by _________ transport.
Options
Railway
Road
Air
Solution
Door to door service is provided by road transport.
Explanation:
Roads are means that connect people and places on the surface of the land. Also, it functions as a feeder transport to other modes of transport. It provides all-over connectivity in any terrain compared to other transport modes. It is a flexible mode of transport, as loading and unloading are possible at any destination.
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