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Which type of order instructs a broker to buy or sell a security immediately at the best available current price?

A market order is an order to buy or sell a security immediately at the best available price. It prioritizes execution over price.

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Question: Which type of order instructs a broker to buy or sell a security immediately at the best available current price?

Answer options:

  • Limit order
  • Stop order ✅ Market order
  • Good 'til Canceled (GTC) order

Correct answer: Market order

Explanation: A market order is an order to buy or sell a security immediately at the best available price. It prioritizes execution over price.

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