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Bills Of Exchange

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Accountancy

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1. Bill of Exchange - Meaning and Features

  • A Bill of Exchange is a written order by the creditor (drawer) to the debtor (drawee) to pay a certain amount after a specified period.
  • It must be in writing and contain an unconditional order to pay.
  • It is signed by the drawer and accepted by the drawee.
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2. Promissory Note - Meaning and Features

  • A Promissory Note is a written promise by the debtor (maker) to pay a certain amount to the creditor (payee).
  • It contains an unconditional promise to pay.
  • It is signed by the maker (debtor) and does not require acceptance.
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3. Parties to a Bill of Exchange

  • Drawer: The person who draws the bill (usually the creditor).
  • Drawee: The person upon whom the bill is drawn (usually the debtor).
  • Acceptor: The person who accepts the bill – usually the drawee.
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4. Key Terms in Bill of Exchange

  • Due Date: The date on which the bill becomes payable.
  • Days of Grace: 3 extra days added to the period of the bill to calculate maturity date.
  • Bill at Sight: Payable immediately on presentation.

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A written unconditional order signed byA written promise by the debtorDrawer (who creates the bill)The due date of a billWhen the holder gets the bill

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