The Short Interest Ratio Is the Ratio Between the Number

question 49

Multiple Choice

The short interest ratio is the ratio between the number of shares sold short and not covered,and the

• A) Average number of stocks reaching new highs.
• B) Average daily number of stocks that increased in value.
• C) Average daily volume of trading on the exchange.
• D) Average monthly volume of trading on the exchange.
• E) Average number of shares outstanding in those stocks.

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