Which of the Following Would NOT Be a Circumstance in Which

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be a circumstance in which a case would originate in the federal courts?

• A) The lawsuit requires interpretation of the U.S. Constitution.
• B) The lawsuit or action requires application or interpretation of federal law or treaty.
• C) The federal government is suing or prosecuting someone or is itself being sued.
• D) The lawsuit is between two citizens of different states.
• E) The lawsuit or case involves a violation of a state's civil process.

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Definitions:

Actively Traded

Refers to securities or assets that are frequently bought and sold in financial markets, often indicated by high daily volume.

Futures Contract

A legal agreement to buy or sell a particular commodity or financial instrument at a predetermined price at a specified time in the future.

Long Position

The futures trader who commits to purchasing the underlying asset.

Short Position

An investment strategy where an investor sells borrowed securities with the expectation of buying them back at a lower price to make a profit.