A Government-Sponsored Institution That Is Intended to Assist the Import

question 44

Multiple Choice

A government-sponsored institution that is intended to assist the import and export activities with the country by providing information,financing,and insurance is called a(n) :

• A)trade improvement council.
• B)foreign trade organization.
• C)export-import bank.
• D)foreign exchange market.

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Definitions:

Consigned Goods

Goods that are given to a third party to sell, but ownership remains with the supplier until sold.

Fiscal Period

A specific time frame used for accounting purposes, typically a year, over which a company reports its financial performance.

Freight

The charge paid for the transport of goods, usually based on the distance and weight of the merchandise being shipped.

Inventory Cost Flow

The process by which costs associated with inventory are accounted for, impacting how cost of goods sold and ending inventory are calculated.