A trader who has a __________ position in gold futures wants the price of gold to __________ in the future.
A) long; decrease
B) short; decrease
C) short; stay the same
D) short; increase
E) long; stay the same

Question

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A trader with a short position benefits when the price decreases, as they can buy back the asset at a lower price than they sold it for, making a profit from the difference.

A Trader Who Has a __________ Position in Gold Futures