Which of the following short term securities is inappropriate for an individual, desiring funds for financial emergencies?
A
treasury bills
B
certificates of deposit
C
financial futures
D
savings accounts
Correct Answer: financial futures
Financial futures short term securities is inappropriate for an individual, desiring funds for financial emergencies. Futures contract to buy or sell a specific financial instrument (such as treasury bills, certificates of deposit, or foreign currencies) at a specific future date and at a specified price. The market value of these contracts generally moves in a direction opposite to that of the interest rates.