Question 5
- Explain four functions rendered by a courier firm.
- Explain six functions rendered by a Telecommunication firm.
Observation
Few candidates attempted this question and their performance was not impressive.
Expected responses include:
Functions offered by Courier firms
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(a)
- Delivers mails and parcels safely and faster;
- Undertakes cargo and bulk shipment of commodities;
- Offers a more personal and cordial services;
- Provides business reply and proof of deliver.
Functions rendered by telecommunication firms
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(b)
- Provides radio and telephone services to the public;
- Printed messages can be quickly sent from one place to another through telex services;
- It also provides telegram services;
- Live telecast of events can be provided e.g. Olympic games/world cup; e.t.c
- Provision of fax services to the public;
- The company can lease out telegraph and telex facilities to other companies;
- It provides maritime mobile services needed for emergency cases.