With Regard to a Futures Contract, the Short Position Is

question 79

Multiple Choice

With regard to a futures contract, the short position is held by

• A) the trader who bought the contract at the largest discount.
• B) the trader who has to travel the farthest distance to deliver the commodity.
• C) the trader who plans to hold the contract open for the lengthiest time period.
• D) the trader who commits to purchasing the commodity on the delivery date.
• E) the trader who commits to delivering the commodity on the delivery date.

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Definitions:

Germinal Stage

The earliest phase of prenatal development, consisting of the first two weeks after conception, during which the zygote begins to divide and implant in the uterine wall.

Embryonic Stage

The period in prenatal development from fertilization until around the end of the eighth week, where significant growth and differentiation of the embryo occurs.

Teratogen

Any agent that can cause developmental malformations (birth defects) in a fetus when exposure occurs during pregnancy.

Environmental Toxins

Harmful pollutants or chemicals present in the environment that can cause adverse health effects on humans and wildlife.