Will periodicals normally have markings on the mail piece?

Periodicals typically do not have markings on the mail piece itself unless they are enclosed in an envelope. This is due to the nature of periodicals, which are often printed for direct distribution and intended to be identifiable as such to facilitate processing and delivery. When periodicals are mailed without an envelope, they are usually recognizable by their format, including characteristics such as size and content.

When periodicals are enclosed in an envelope, the address and postage must comply with mailing regulations, which often require specific markings for mailing purposes. This helps ensure that they are correctly handled through the postal system.

In contrast, the other choices suggest scenarios that do not align with standard mailing practices for periodicals, such as requiring markings regardless of the mailing method or destination, which is not a common requirement.