If a carrier’s LTL rate structure is established as follows:…
If a carrier’s LTL rate structure is established as follows: Rate Minimum wt. (M=1000 lbs.) $8.25/cwt. 2M lbs. $6.50/cwt. 5M lbs. $4.50/cwt. 10M lbs. What is the “breakpoint” or point of indifference between 5M and 10M lbs.? That is, at what point (weight) will it become more economical for a shipper to pay for the full 10,000 lbs.?