What Is the Purpose of an Initial Margin on a Futures

question 87

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of an initial margin on a futures exchange?

• A) To cover losses incurred between variation margin
• B) To exclude retail investors
• C) To pay reserve requirements
• D) To cover fees due to the clearing house

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