Question

Which of the followings is right about an original straight ocean b/l:

A. the b/l itself gives the title to
B. the goods and is a negotiable document
C. the b/l itself could be endorsed
D. none of the above
E. all of the above

Answer 1

An original straight ocean B/L is not a negotiable document, but it can be endorsed to transfer rights to the goods.

Step-by-step explanation:

An original straight ocean B/L (bill of lading) is a document that serves as evidence of a contract of carriage between a shipper and a carrier. It contains important information such as the shipper, carrier, consignee, description of goods, and other terms and conditions of the transportation. The B/L itself does not give the title to the goods and is not a negotiable document, so options A and B are incorrect.

However, the B/L can be endorsed to transfer the rights to the goods and can serve as a document of title when made negotiable, so option C is correct. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is C. the B/L itself could be endorsed.