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The term market is derived from the Latin word 'Mercatus'. - Organisation of Commerce and Management

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Question

The term market is derived from the Latin word 'Mercatus'.

Options

  • True

  • False

MCQ
True or False

Solution

This statement is True.

Explanation:

The term market is derived from the Latin word 'mercatus', which means 'to trade', 'to trade merchandise' or 'a place where business is transacted'. In simple words, a market is a place where two or more parties are involved in buying and selling.

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