A document of title to goods written by the ship owner specifying that certain goods are being conveyed in the ship is the?
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A.
bill of sale -
B.
bill of sight -
C.
bill of entry -
D.
bill of lading
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
A bill of lading is a document issued by a carrier to acknowledge receipt of cargo for shipment. A bill of lading is a contract. It covers the specific terms of the transportation agreement between a shipper and a carrier. A bill of lading is also a receipt, because it proves that the carrier accepted the goods and agreed to take them to their agreed-upon destination.