ReasoningEasy2 marks
Why is inland waterways declining in its importance? Give two reasons for your answer.
Topic: Inland waterways
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(1) Water transport is much slower than road, rail or air. (2) It serves only the limited areas where navigable water flows — the rest of the country lies beyond its reach.
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