Failure by a Promissory Note's Maker to Pay the Amount

question 47

Multiple Choice

Failure by a promissory note's maker to pay the amount due at maturity is known as:

• A) Protesting a note.
• B) Closing a note.
• C) Dishonoring a note.
• D) Discounting a note.
• E) Depreciating a note.

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Definitions:

Novation

is the act of replacing one obligation with another by mutual agreement, effectively transferring the rights and duties of one party under a contract to another party.

Delegation

The process of assigning specific duties or authority from one person to another within an organization or group.

Liability

A legal obligation or debt that an entity is required to pay to another.