alleryStart learning →A holder may have a notary demand better security from the acceptor when the acceptor has:
ADied after maturity
BChanged his address
CBecome insolvent
DPaid part of the sum
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Become insolvent
Insolvency, or a publicly impeached credit, before maturity permits protest for better security.
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