On the back of a check "payable to Demos," Demos signs her name and negotiates the item to Ethos. To most effectively avoid a risk of loss from a theft of the check, Ethos should

A) immediately indorse the check in blank.
B) make a copy of the check and place it in a secure location.
C) write, above Demos' signature, "Pay to Ethos."
D) indorse the check "without recourse."

Risk Of Loss

The potential that an asset's value could decrease, causing financial loss to its owner or holder.

Indorsement

A legal act of signing a document, such as a check or contract, which transfers the rights or confirms the details stated.

Demos

Short for demonstrations, these are samples or presentations of a product, service, or idea to showcase its functionality or benefits.