If an item purchased under FOB origin terms is damaged in transit,against whom can the purchaser file its damage claim?
A) against the manufacturer
B) against the common carrier
C) against all of the supply chain members
D) against the buyer
E) no damage claim may be filed

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Under FOB origin terms, the responsibility for the goods falls on the buyer once they are loaded onto the carrier. Therefore, if the goods are damaged in transit, the purchaser can file a claim against the common carrier responsible for transporting the goods.

If an Item Purchased Under FOB Origin Terms Is Damaged