The Consolidation of U.S.and Global Stock Markets Has

question 21

Multiple Choice

The consolidation of U.S.and global stock markets has

• A)been increasing recently, as shown by the merger of the NYSE and Euronext.
• B)been decreasing recently, as shown by the decrease in multi-listed stocks.
• C)led to lower risk in investments because markets have become less interdependent.
• D)led to increased reliance on human interactions in securities trading.

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