16 Questions
What is the function of an air waybill?
Serve as a receipt for the shipper
In what way is an order bill of lading different from a straight bill of lading?
It can be bought, sold, or traded
When is a clean/claused bill of lading issued?
When the carrier checks the goods loaded on the ship
What is the purpose of an inland bill of lading?
To certify carriage of goods by railway or trucking firm from exporter location to point of exit
What constitutes a bill of exchange (draft)?
An unconditional written order to pay a certain sum of money
Who issues the bill of lading?
The carrier
Which document is used for intermodal transportation involving different modes of transportation?
Bill of Lading
Which document is required by certain countries to determine the eligibility for preferential duty treatment?
Certificate of Origin
Which document itemizes the material in each individual package and indicates the type of package?
Export Packing List
What document is used to transfer accountability when the export item is moved to the port of embarkation and left with the international carrier for export?
Dock Receipt
Which document provides a detailed summary of the total cargo of a vessel for customs purposes?
Manifest
What document may be required by some purchasers and countries to attest to the specifications of the goods shipped?
Inspection Certificate
Which document serves as a bill for merchandise from the seller to the buyer?
Commercial Invoice
Which document is a provisional invoice sent to the prospective buyer?
Pro Forma Invoice
What document provides a summary of heavy lifts and their locations for customs purposes?
Manifest
Which document should be provided when the exporter offers insurance?
Insurance Certificate
Test your knowledge of transportation documents with this quiz. It covers topics such as air waybill, bill of exchange, and bill of lading. See how well you understand these important documents used in shipping and logistics.
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