7. (TCO 5) The high-risk, speculative nature of commodities futures is primarily due to _____. (Points : 3)

the presence of hedgers in the markets high leverage brought about by low margin requirements Both A and B None of the above

Question 8.8. (TCO 5) Stock index futures and options allow an investor to _____. (Points : 3)

select a security from any of those included in the index gain or lose from the movement of the index trade any of the securities in the index None of the above