Which of the Following Statements Is INCORRECT Regarding the Oil

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT regarding the oil futures market?

• A) The organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)exhibits market power,but it is not the only force affecting oil prices.
• B) The global business cycle probably plays a more powerful role than OPEC in influencing oil prices.
• C) Demand from developing countries like China and India can play a significant role in determining oil futures prices.
• D) The presence of large players like OPEC and China makes it impossible for oil futures contracts to help in price discovery.
• E) Due to the existence of numerous users and suppliers of oil,oil prices are volatile and oil futures can be successfully used by the hedgers.

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