Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) Practice Test

What is meant by concealed damage in the context of delivery and procurement?

1. Obvious damage seen upon arrival

2. Damage visible only to the shipping company

3. Damage that is not readily visible at the time of delivery

4. Damage discovered only after usage

The correct answer is: Damage that is not readily visible at the time of delivery

Concealed damage refers to harm or impairment of goods that is not immediately apparent at the time of delivery. This type of damage may occur during transportation but often goes unnoticed until the recipient inspects the items more thoroughly or attempts to use them later. Because the damage is not visible upon initial delivery, it can lead to disputes or complications in the claims process with suppliers or shipping companies, as the responsibility for the damage may not be immediately clear. The other options address various scenarios surrounding damage but do not capture the essence of concealed damage specifically. For example, obvious damage seen upon arrival would be classified as visible damage rather than concealed. Damage visible only to the shipping company implies a lack of transparency in the shipping process, which doesn't define concealed damage accurately. Lastly, damage discovered only after usage implies that an item has been used before the damage was discovered, but this does not directly align with the concept of concealment that refers to the state of the damage at the time of receipt. Therefore, the correct understanding of concealed damage is best captured by the choice indicating that such damage is not readily visible at the moment of delivery.