What is the significance of company A's stock price on December 10th, 2005?

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In summary: Yes - what kind of minimum is it (local/global)? (Assuming the price has yet to dip below $25 at some point in the future). It's certainly true that it's possible that prices of $34 and $41 can occur more than once. In fact, you know that it has to cross one of those prices at least twice - which one.
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You know that the only time company A's stocks were traded for $25 a share was on December 10th, 2005. You also know that on June 3rd of 2001 the price was $41 a share and on September 17th of 2010 it was $34. Assuming that stock prices change continuously, what conclusion can you make about company A's stock price on any other day?


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The stock doesn't seem to change much everyday. Maybe there's never a price spike?
 
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You're told that the only time the company's stock price was at $25/share was December 10th, 2005. You are then given prices on two more days, one before Dec 10, 2005, and one after. Are those prices higher or lower than $25. If the prices change have to change continuously between those three dates, what does knowing that Dec 10, 2005 was the only day the price was $25 tell you?
 
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Mute said:
You're told that the only time the company's stock price was at $25/share was December 10th, 2005. You are then given prices on two more days, one before Dec 10, 2005, and one after. Are those prices higher or lower than $25. If the prices change have to change continuously between those three dates, what does knowing that Dec 10, 2005 was the only day the price was $25 tell you?

$25 was the minimum? And two days other than Dec 10 can have the same stock price?
 
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Numnum said:
$25 was the minimum? And two days other than Dec 10 can have the same stock price?

Yes - what kind of minimum is it (local/global)? (Assuming the price has yet to dip below $25 at some point in the future). It's certainly true that it's possible that prices of $34 and $41 can occur more than once. In fact, you know that it has to cross one of those prices at least twice - which one.

I'm not sure if the question wants you to draw any other conclusions, but those were the ones that occurred to me.
 

What is "stock price continuity"?

Stock price continuity refers to the concept that a stock's price should smoothly and continuously reflect its underlying value, without any sudden or drastic fluctuations.

Why is stock price continuity important?

Stock price continuity is important because it allows investors to make informed decisions and avoid sudden losses. It also helps to maintain market stability and prevent market manipulation.

What factors can disrupt stock price continuity?

Stock price continuity can be disrupted by various factors such as economic news, company announcements, changes in market sentiment, and unexpected events.

How can investors protect themselves from disruptions in stock price continuity?

Investors can protect themselves from disruptions in stock price continuity by diversifying their portfolio, conducting thorough research, and being aware of potential risks and market conditions.

Are there any regulations in place to maintain stock price continuity?

Yes, there are regulations and measures in place to maintain stock price continuity, such as circuit breakers, trading halts, and market-wide trading pauses. These measures help to prevent excessive volatility and maintain market stability.

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