Explanation

(a) Factors that would determine the choice of transport by a businessman are:

(i) Convenience: This depends on his choice in terms of variety and availability where the businessman resides.

(ii) Cost: The businessman may decide Q for the cheaper one.

(iii) Urgency: Where the business is urgently required, then air transit will be chosen.

(iv) Distance: For long distances, air and rail will be considered.

(v) Nature of goods: Perishable goods require quick delivery E and careful handling.

(vi) Customers wish: A customer may prefer a particular mode of transport and therefore give directives.

(vii) Availability: Readily available ones should be chosen instead of one not readily available.

(b) Advantages of road over rail transport are:

(i) It is generally faster than rail and is especially suitable for short distances and for perishable farm products.

(ii) It is flexible; it can provide door to door service while rail transport operate between  terminals.

(iii) It is possible for individuals to own their own vehicles.

(iv) It can move to the interior of the country.

(v) It has no fixed route or timetable unlike rail.

(vi) There are many variety of vehicles unlike the rail.

(vii) Maintenance cost is lower than that of rail.

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