alleryStart learning →Why do transactions settled in cash carry higher inherent risk than those settled by cheque?
ACheques cost more to issue
BCash is easier to misuse
CCash has little real value
DCheques are never dishonoured
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Cash is easier to misuse
Inherent risk comes from the nature of the transaction, and cash exchange is more open to misappropriation.
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