alleryStart learning →An investor on 50% margin sees the stock fall 20%. What is the loss on equity?
A10%
B40%
C20%
D50%
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 40%
A 50% margin means two times exposure, so a 20% fall costs 40% of the investor's own money.
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