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Q.Distinguish between cash credit and overdraft.

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BasisCash creditOverdraft
NatureA distinct credit account/limit sanctioned by the bankA facility attached to an existing current account
SecurityUsually granted against tangible security such as stock or receivablesMay be granted against security or, for trusted customers, unsecured
PurposeMeant for ongoing working-capital needs of a businessMeant for a short-term, temporary cash shortfall
InterestCharged only on the amount actually drawn against the sanctioned limitCharged only on the amount overdrawn, usually for a short period
DurationTypically a running facility renewed periodicallyTypically short-term and expected to be cleared quickly

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