Practice mode Basic of Economics

What is the covering of a short position by buying a long contract, usually after a commodity has been sold short, called?

Correct answer C. Buyback

Explanation

A buyback closes out a short position: the trader who sold first now purchases the same contract, ending their exposure to further price rises.

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