Which Type of Hedge Fund Seldom Takes Short Positions in Securities

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which type of hedge fund seldom takes short positions in securities?

• A) Fixed-income arbitrage
• B) Global macro funds
• C) Merger arbitrage
• D) Distressed securities

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