Which statement best differentiates a charter party from a bill of lading?

• A. A charter party is a contract to hire the vessel; a bill of lading is a document evidencing carriage and title.
• B. A charter party serves as evidence of the contract of carriage; a bill of lading is a receipt for goods on board.
• C. A charter party is a document of title to goods; a bill of lading defines voyage control.
• D. A charter party and a bill of lading are interchangeable documents.

Answer: (A)