The Activities of Speculators Are Necessary in the Futures Markets

question 2

Multiple Choice

The activities of speculators are necessary in the futures markets in order to:

• A) prevent hedgers from trading options.
• B) provide a continual stream of profit to hedgers.
• C) maintain futures prices at appropriate levels.
• D)understand the direction of future price changes.

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