Characteristics of Futures Contracts Include

question 11

Multiple Choice

Characteristics of futures contracts include
I.traded on an exchange
II.settled on maturity date
III.initial margin and maintenance margin required
IV.standardized contracts

• A)I, II, III, IV
• B)II, III, IV
• C)I, III, IV

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Definitions:

Capital Markets

Capital markets are venues where savings and investments are channeled between suppliers who have capital and those who are in need of capital.

Long-Term Debt

Debt that is due for repayment more than one year into the future.

Equity Securities

Financial assets representing ownership interest in a company, such as stocks, that provide voting rights and potential dividends.

Securities

Financial instruments representing ownership (stocks), a debt agreement (bonds), or rights to ownership (derivatives).