Understanding Stock Market Basics

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What is the largest stock exchange in the world?

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NYSE

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T/F A bull market=increased price

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true

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T/F The easiest way to buy stock is in person

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False

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T/F 500 companies are traded in the NYSE

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False

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What is a price per share of a stock determined by?

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Supply and Demand

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What is NOT a characteristic of a bull market? Options: prices drop, Increased confidence, Optimistic Outlook, Prices rise

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prices drop

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T/F Capital gains are profits made when selling a stock at a higher price then when purchased

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True

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What percentage is the capital gains taxed on profits?

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5.25%

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T/F NYSE stands for the National York Society Establishment

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False

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T/F The NASDAQ stands for National Association of Securities Dealer Automated Quotation System

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True