The liability arising from the purchase of goods on credit is called nbsp ...

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The liability arising from the purchase of goods on credit is called

Creditors

Accounts Receivable

Loan

Payable expenses

Explanation:

The liability arising from the purchase of goods on credit is called Creditors.

When a company purchases goods on credit which needs to be paid back in a short period of time, it is known as Accounts Payable. It is treated as a liability and comes under the head 'current liabilities'. Accounts Payable is a short-term debt payment which needs to be paid to avoid default.