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      Question

      Consider the following statements regarding the history

      of bullion: 1) The use of bullion dates back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and the Greeks. 2) They used gold and silver bullion for trade and as a store of value. 3) The term "bullion" derives from the French word "bouillon," which originally meant boiling or melting. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
      A 1 and 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C 2 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Statement 1 is correct as the use of bullion dates back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and the Greeks, who used gold and silver bullion for trade and as a store of value. Statement 2 is also correct as the term "bullion" derives from the French word "bouillon," which originally meant boiling or melting and came to be associated with the melting and casting of metals into bars or ingots.

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