The most important document to the shipper, the carrier, and the buyer is a document that acknowledges receipt of the goods, represents the basic contract between the shipping and the carrier, and serves as evidence of title to the goods for collection by the purchase which is required for export. What is this document called?
A) Shipping log
B) Port tally
C) Bill of lading
D) Document of authenticity

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The document described is the bill of lading, which serves as a receipt for the shipped goods, a contract between the shipper and carrier, and evidence of title for the buyer. The other options, such as shipping log and port tally, may be useful logistical documents, but they do not serve the same essential purpose as the bill of lading in international trade. The document of authenticity is not a commonly used term in this context.

The Most Important Document to the Shipper, the Carrier, and the Buyer