WAEC Commerce 2000 Question 21

Question 21

Purchase and Sale of Goods

Which of the following refers to a price reduction based on the size of order?

  1. A.Cash discount
  2. B.Trade discount
  3. C.Seasonal discount
  4. D.Cash on delivery
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Trade discount)

Explanation

Trade discount is an allowance off the list price given to traders who buy in large quantities; cash discount is for prompt payment.