Quantitative Method for selecting a Transportation Mode: Example \#1 Which alternative is the best (cost)? \begin{tabular}{|l|l|} \hline Cost of item =$1,750.00 Holding cost =$700 per year & Total delivery cost = transportation (freight) cost + in transit holding cost \\ Alternative A cost $100 and takes 8 days Alternative B cost $120 and takes 7 days & Holding cost =365H(d) \\ \hline \end{tabular}