'Versions' of a saved file

Could somebody please clarify how 'Versions' works. eg: Does the finished saved file enable a third party you might send the file to see all the various stages the file went through during preparation?

According to this:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4753
"when you share a document – for example through email, iChat, or AirDrop – only the current version is sent; all other versions remain on your Mac". I would presume, though, that if you copy a document to a flash drive or server that all versions go with it, though I have not been able to find confirmation. Perhaps someone else here will know for sure.
Regards.

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