In an International Transaction Involving a Bank as a Third

question 22

Multiple Choice

In an international transaction involving a bank as a third party, the exporter ships the product after

• A) the bank receives materials from the importer.
• B) receiving a cleared payment through the bank.
• C) the importer has paid the bank.
• D) the bank promises to pay on the importer's behalf.

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