Which of the Following Are True Concerning Short Sales of Exchange-Listed

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are true concerning short sales of exchange-listed stocks?
I. Proceeds from the short sale must be kept on deposit with the broker.
II. Short-sellers must post margin with their broker to cover potential losses on the position.
III. The short-seller earns interest on any cash deposited with the broker that is used to meet the margin requirement.

• A) I only
• B) I and III only
• C) I and II only
• D) I, II, and III

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