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To complete: The given sentences for every investor.
Introduction:
The contract that provides its owner the right to sell or buy some of the assets at a fixed price before or on the given date is an option.
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To complete: The given sentences for every investor.
Introduction:
The contract that provides its owner the right to sell or buy some of the assets at a fixed price before or on the given date is an option.
c)
To complete: The given sentences for every investor.
Introduction:
The contract that provides its owner the right to sell or buy some of the assets at a fixed price before or on the given date is an option.
d)
To complete: The given sentences for every investor.
Introduction:
The contract that provides its owner the right to sell or buy some of the assets at a fixed price before or on the given date is an option.
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