Using a combination of different modes of transportation to move freight in order to exploit the best features of each mode is called intermodal transportation.
Answer: Option D
Step-by-step explanation:
When multiple modes of transportation is used, to transport bulk of goods in an intermodal vehicle that’s what it is called as intermodal transportation.
Intermodal means using two modes of freight (transport system thought which bulk of goods are being transported) such as truck and train to transfer goods from shipper to the receiver. Intermodal transportation reduces the costs of transportation thus devoting to the green environment. This type of transportation also reduces the damage and enhance the security of the goods.