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What type of mail is available 7 days a week for items weighing up to 70 lbs?
What type of mail is available 7 days a week for items weighing up to 70 lbs?
What is a Forever Stamp used for?
What is a Forever Stamp used for?
First-class postage on envelopes weighing 1 oz or less
Match the following types of mail with their descriptions:
Match the following types of mail with their descriptions:
Priority Mail = First-class mail weighing more than 13 oz. Standard Mail = Advertising, promotional, and directory material Insured Mail = Coverage against loss or damage Registered Mail = Mail with unusually high value
Priority Mail can weigh up to 70 lbs.
Priority Mail can weigh up to 70 lbs.
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Nonprofit mail is eligible for _____ mail discounts.
Nonprofit mail is eligible for _____ mail discounts.
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What is the purpose of certified mail?
What is the purpose of certified mail?
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What type of mail is specifically designed for books and media?
What type of mail is specifically designed for books and media?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of registered mail?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of registered mail?
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What types of services do private delivery services typically offer?
What types of services do private delivery services typically offer?
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What is the weight limit for standard mail?
What is the weight limit for standard mail?
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What is the function of a postal money order?
What is the function of a postal money order?
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Study Notes
Mail Classification Overview
- Express Mail: Available daily for items up to 70 lbs and 108 inches in combined length and girth; includes automatic insurance up to $100.
- First-Class Mail: Designed for letters and postcards weighing 13 oz or less; standard postage applies.
- Forever Stamp: Used for first-class postage on envelopes weighing up to 1 oz; retains value regardless of future price increases.
- Priority Mail: Applies to first-class mail exceeding 13 oz; postage is weight and destination-based, up to 70 lbs.
- Standard Mail: For advertising and promotional materials; must be securely bound and cannot exceed 15 lbs or resemble personal correspondence.
Specialized Mail Types
- Media Mail: Covers books and educational materials; cannot include advertising and must not exceed 70 lbs.
- Business Mail: Focused on acquiring and retaining customers, fulfilling orders, and promoting new services.
- Nonprofit Mail: Provides eligibility for additional mailing discounts to nonprofit organizations.
- Insured Mail: Offers coverage for loss or damage on priority, first-class, and parcel post mail services.
High-Value and Secure Mail Options
- Registered Mail: For items of high value; sender can obtain delivery confirmation from recipient; insurable up to $25,000.
- Postal Money Order: A reliable method to send money, available in amounts up to $1,000.
- Special Delivery: Ensures immediate delivery upon arrival at the designated post office without speeding travel time between cities.
Handling and Confirmation Services
- Special Handling: Ensures fast service on third and fourth class mail; additional fee applies based on weight; no insurance included.
- Certified Mail: Used for non-valuable mail requiring proof of mailing; encompasses important documents like contracts and bank books; no insurance.
- Certificate of Mailing: Used for proof of mailing without proof of receipt; necessary for items with deadline requirements.
Private Delivery Services
- Private Delivery Services: Include major companies like FedEx and DHL; cater to packages over 70 lbs and provide overnight delivery options.
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Test your knowledge of mail classifications with these flashcards. Learn the definitions and examples of various types of mail, including express mail and forever stamps. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of postal services.
