Which practice helps verify payment legitimacy?

• A. Checking supplier details
• B. Confirming references
• C. Using secure payment methods
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Verifying payment legitimacy relies on checks that cover who you’re paying, how you’re paying, and the supplier’s credibility. Checking supplier details ensures the vendor’s name, contact information, and bank details match official records, helping you avoid paying a fake or impersonated supplier. Confirming references means verifying the supplier’s reputation and past performance with other buyers, which reduces the chance of fraud or non-delivery. Using secure payment methods protects payment data, provides stronger protection and recourse if something goes wrong, and prevents fraudulent transactions. Together, these practices address different risk areas—identity, credibility, and payment security—so using all of them gives the strongest overall verification.