How to Determine the Shipping Rates in a Mail Order Catalog
Mail-order catalogs exist for practically any niche market imaginable. You can place an order with a mail -order catalog to have items shipped directly to your house. To calculate the final cost of an item, you need to determine the shipping rate.
Instructions
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Open your mail-order catalog. Browse to the section that covers shipping costs, or find it using the index. You generally can find this information in the back of the catalog or directly on the order form.
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Read the shipping information carefully. The catalog may have a complex formula for determining shipping costs. For example, some catalogs have variable rates depending on your location and the cost of your item. Analyze the chart to determine the cost.
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Call the customer-service number. Ask the representative to determine the exact shipping cost for you. Tell her your location and the item you wish to purchase. She will tell you the final price.
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