3. Why should letters and flats pay the same surcharge when the UAA cost for letters is undoubtedly lower than the UAA cost for flats? When rate differences aren't based on corresponding cost differences, inefficient signals are sent to mailers — and inefficient behavior can be expected.
4. Is the 5.2 cent cost net of any costs avoided by not having to complete delivery on pieces that are intercepted? It's not apparent that the cost study nets these costs out. If it doesn't, mailers would be in the position of being double charged.
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3. Why should letters and flats pay the same surcharge when the UAA cost for letters is undoubtedly lower than the UAA cost for flats? When rate differences aren't based on corresponding cost differences, inefficient signals are sent to mailers — and inefficient behavior can be expected.
4. Is the 5.2 cent cost net of any costs avoided by not having to complete delivery on pieces that are intercepted? It's not apparent that the cost study nets these costs out. If it doesn't, mailers would be in the position of being double charged.