The Nasdaq Composite Index Is

question 59

Multiple Choice

The Nasdaq Composite Index is:

• A) a value-weighted index.
• B) a price-weighted index.
• C) made up of over 5000 companies traded on the NYSE.
• D) made of mainly older firms and is heavily weighted by manufacturing.

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Definitions:

Incorporation Fees

Charges associated with the legal process of forming a corporation, including filing necessary documents with the government.

Common Stock

Common stock signifies ownership in a corporation, granting holders a vote in corporate matters and a portion of the company's earnings via dividends.

Treasury

The department within a government or corporation responsible for managing monetary assets and debt obligations.

Preferred Stock

A class of ownership in a corporation that has a higher claim on its assets and earnings than common stock, often with predetermined dividend payments.