A Financial Intermediary Who, Through Deceit or Fraudulent Means, Affects

question 14

Multiple Choice

A financial intermediary who, through deceit or fraudulent means, affects the public market price of securities can face a maximum of

• A) a monetary fine of three times the loss avoided or gain received.
• B) two years less a day in custody of a provincial institution.
• C) five years imprisonment in a federal penitentiary.
• D) ten years imprisonment in a federal penitentiary.
• E) None of the responses are correct.

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Definitions:

Depression

A mental health condition marked by continuous experiences of sorrow, despair, and a disinterest or lack of enjoyment in activities.

Alcoholism

A chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol, often leading to physical dependence and negative health, social, and behavioral effects.

Depression

a common and serious mood disorder causing persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities.

Close Relatives

Family members who are directly related by blood or marriage, such as parents, siblings, and children.