What can be a potential drawback of reliance on road transport?

Higher cost for large shipments

Ease of construction

Infrastructural flexibility

Lower accessibility

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A. Higher cost for large shipments

A potential drawback of road transport is higher costs for large shipments compared to rail, which is more economical for heavy loads.

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