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When does the buyer in a hire purchase becomes the owner of the goods?

When does the buyer in a hire purchase becomes the owner of the goods?
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  • A When all installments have been fully paid
  • B After payment of the first installment
  • C Before the payment of the first installment
  • D When half of the purchased price has been paid
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Under a hire purchase agreement, the buyer obtains possession and use of the goods while making instalment payments, but ownership normally remains with the seller until all the required instalments have been paid.

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