What Is the Purpose of a Circuit Breaker for the Market

question 283

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a circuit breaker for the market?

• A)It prevents the market from declining in value.
• B)It prevents investors from losing money in the market.
• C)It temporarily stops computerized trading to allow investors to analyze the extraordinary market swings.
• D)All of the above are correct.
• E)Only A and B are correct.

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