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Which activity does transportation convey? Name three major modes of transportation.

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Transport conveys the basic activity of mobility. Mobility is a basic need of humans which helps in trade and other activities. Transport is instrumental in bringing out about increased mobility. The three major modes of transportation are land, water, and air. Land includes roadway, railway, and ropeway.

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