Logistics Origins and Definitions Quiz
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What is the origin of the word 'logistics'?

  • Sanskrit word 'lokaniti' meaning 'transportation'
  • Arabic word 'al-malja' meaning 'supply chain'
  • Latin word 'logistica' meaning 'management of resources'
  • Ancient Greek word 'logos' meaning 'ratio, word, calculation, reason, speech, oration' (correct)
  • What does military logistics primarily focus on?

  • Strategic combat planning
  • Managing how and when to move resources to needed places (correct)
  • Weapons development and procurement
  • Tactical maneuvering of troops
  • What is the primary goal of maintaining supply lines in military science?

  • Psychological warfare
  • Gaining territorial advantage
  • Strategic deployment of troops
  • Ensuring an armed force has resources and transportation (correct)
  • What does logistics involve in terms of managing and controlling the flow of goods?

    <p>Integration of information, transportation, and supply chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resources does logistics primarily focus on managing and controlling?

    <p>Goods, information, energy, and people</p> Signup and view all the answers

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