You are assigned to walk a delivery route you have never done before. What is the best way to prepare?

You are assigned to walk a delivery route

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AStart the route immediately and make decisions as you go, relying on your instincts
BReview the route map, delivery sequence, and any special instructions before departing, then follow them methodically
CAsk a fellow carrier to do the route for you on your first day
DDeliver mail in any order that feels convenient without reviewing the sequence

✓ Correct answer: B. Review the route map, delivery sequence, and any special instructions before departing, then follow them methodically Proper preparation — reviewing route maps and delivery sequences — minimizes errors and delays. Working methodically ensures all addresses are covered efficiently.

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