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Which of the following correctly distinguishes a bill of lading from an airway bill?

AA bill of lading is used for goods transported by sea, while an airway bill is used for goods transported by airCORRECT
BA bill of lading is issued by the buyer, while an airway bill is issued by the seller
CA bill of lading covers domestic trade only, while an airway bill covers international trade
DA bill of lading is a payment document, while an airway bill is a customs document
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A bill of lading is a shipping document issued by a shipping company for goods transported by sea, serving as a receipt, contract of carriage, and document of title. An airway bill performs a similar function but for goods transported by air. Both are used in international trade, not exclusively domestic or international.
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