Which One of the Following Describes a Short Position

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following describes a short position?

• A)Purchasing a security on margin
• B)Selling a security that you originally purchased on margin
• C)Loaning a security to your broker to cover a margin call
• D)Having less equity than required in your margin account
• E)Selling a security that you do not own

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