A Sight Draft Allows the Payee of a Bill of Exchange

question 46

True/False

A sight draft allows the payee of a bill of exchange to receive payment immediately, whereas a demand draft only allows the payee to require the drawee to make payment within three days of presentation.

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Definitions:

Selling Price

The price at which an item or service is sold to a buyer, potentially including taxes, shipping, and other fees.

Overhead Costs

Expenses associated with running a business that are not directly tied to the production of goods or services, such as rent, utilities, and administrative costs.

Profit

The financial gain achieved when the amount of revenue gained exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes needed to sustain the activity.

Markdown

A reduction in the selling price of goods or services, often to clear old stock or to beat competitors.