Speculators in Futures and Options Markets

question 92

Multiple Choice

Speculators in futures and options markets

• A)reduce the efficiency of these markets.
• B)are acting contrary to U.S. securities laws.
• C)accept risk transferred to them by hedgers.
• D)reduce the liquidity of these markets.

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Definitions:

HMO

Health Maintenance Organization; a type of health insurance plan that typically requires members to receive healthcare services from a network of designated providers.

CMS-1500s

Standardized forms used in the United States to submit Medicare and Medicaid claims and certain other types of insurance claims by healthcare providers.

Medicare

A government-funded health insurance scheme in the US designed for individuals aged 65 and above, select younger individuals with disabilities, and those suffering from End-Stage Renal Disease.

Full-time Employees

Workers who are considered to be employed on a full-time basis, typically working a minimum number of hours defined by their employer or by laws.