Asked by Regina Andres on Jul 04, 2024
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A financial market is:
A) a place where investors can buy and sell securities.
B) the stock market.
C) regulated by well-defined rules and regulations.
D) All of the above
Financial Market
A marketplace where buyers and sellers engage in the trade of assets such as stocks, bonds, currencies, and derivatives.
Securities
Financial instruments representing an ownership position, a creditor relationship, or rights to ownership, such as stocks, bonds, and options.
Regulated
Controlled or governed according to rules, typically by a government agency or authority.
- Recognize the function and importance of financial markets.
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Keileigh SweeneyJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A financial market can be a physical place (such as a stock exchange) or an electronic platform (such as an online trading platform) where various financial instruments, such as stocks, bonds, commodities, and currencies, are bought and sold. The stock market is a type of financial market, but it is not the only one. Financial markets are usually regulated by rules and regulations that are intended to protect investors and maintain fair and transparent trading practices. Therefore, all of the given choices are correct.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the function and importance of financial markets.