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In which type of bank advance does the bank purchase bills of exchange before maturity at a discount, providing immediate funds to the holder?

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Financial Awareness - Risk, Stability & Emerging Finance
In which type of bank advance does the bank purchase bills of exchange before maturity at a discount, providing immediate funds to the holder?
ATerm Loan
BBill Discounting
CCash Credit
DDemand Loan
Step-by-Step Solution
  1. Step 1: Understand the concept of bill discounting

    Bill Discounting is when banks buy bills of exchange before maturity at a discount, giving immediate funds.
  2. Step 2: Eliminate other options

    Term Loan is for fixed period capital expenditure, Cash Credit is working capital loan, Demand Loan is repayable on demand, none involve purchasing bills.
  3. Final Answer:

    Bill Discounting → Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Bill Discounting = bank buys bills before maturity at discount ✅
Quick Trick: Bill Discounting = early payment by bank for bills.
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing Bill Discounting with Cash Credit or Demand Loan.
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