Why Would a Corn Farmer,who Maintains a Short Futures Contract

question 18

Essay

Why would a corn farmer,who maintains a short futures contract after harvesting and selling her crop,be considered a speculator?

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Definitions:

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual behaves in a way opposite to their real feelings, often unconsciously.

Unconscious Awareness

A state in which an individual is not fully aware of underlying thoughts, feelings, or desires that influence behavior, rooted in psychoanalytic theory.

Moral Anxiety

A feeling of discomfort or worry caused by conflict between one's actions and moral standards.

Superego

In psychoanalytic theory, the part of the personality that acts as a moral center, incorporating the values of society.