Which of the following is a stated benefit of the FedEx Ground Bar Code?

• A. Reduces the amount of package handling required
• B. Increases the amount of manual data entry
• C. Prolongs the sorting process
• D. Increases the chance of mis-sorting

Answer: (A)

Bar codes enable automatic identification and data capture, so the system reads essential information without needing manual input. When a package is scanned, the processing system instantly records details like tracking number, destination, service level, and routing. This reduces the amount of physical handling required to process the package and avoids extra data-entry steps, speeding up sorting and lowering the chance of human error. The other options describe outcomes that bar codes are designed to avoid, such as more manual entry, longer sorting times, or more mis-sorts.