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Appendix B - Frequently Asked Questions
Pages 30-31

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... • Distribution of distances to end markets (fundamental market geography) • Weather patterns during the year • Choices of mode of transport at a specific location • Employee workforce availability and costs • Regulatory compliance costs What is the equivalent of the average automobile cost per mile for freight shipments?
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... • Commodity density • Commodity volume • Product value • Special service requirements Realistic freight costing models can only be determined when more about these factors are known. Frequently Asked Questions 31
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