Questions: Multiple Choice Question
Which of these terms best describes the trading process used by NASDAQ?
Multiple market maker system
Broker system
Specialist system
Face-to-face trading
Transcript text: Multiple Choice Question
Which of these terms best describes the trading process used by NASDAQ?
Multiple market maker system
Broker system
Specialist system
Face-to-face trading
Solution
The answer is the first one: Multiple market maker system.
Explanation for each option:
Multiple market maker system: Correct. NASDAQ operates using a multiple market maker system where numerous market makers compete to provide the best bid and ask prices for securities. This system enhances liquidity and ensures competitive pricing.
Broker system: Incorrect. While brokers are involved in trading on NASDAQ, the primary trading process is facilitated by market makers rather than a broker system.
Specialist system: Incorrect. The specialist system is used by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), where a single specialist is responsible for managing the trading of a particular stock.
Face-to-face trading: Incorrect. NASDAQ is an electronic exchange, and trading is conducted electronically rather than through face-to-face interactions.
Summary:
The trading process used by NASDAQ is best described as a multiple market maker system.