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Question
Mention one advantage and one disadvantage each of inland waterways.
Solution
Advantage: Inland water ways are the cheapest means of transport and suitable for carrying heavy and bulky materials.
Disadvantage: Water transport is limited to the areas where rivers are navigable and oceanic routes exist.
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