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Re: dehydratedman post# 56675

Tuesday, 12/29/2009 10:40:05 AM

Tuesday, December 29, 2009 10:40:05 AM

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Please read the following BASIC Investopedia article before spreading manipulation theories on why you can't get filled... it is YOUR broker, not the MMs...

http://www.investopedia.com/articles/01/022801.asp?partner=answers&viewed=1

Title: Understanding Order Execution
Excerpt:

A Broker's Options
A common misconception among investors is that an online account connects the investor directly to the securities markets. This is not the case. When an investor places a trade, whether online or over the phone, the order goes to a broker. The broker then looks at the size and availability of the order to decide which path is the best way for it to be executed. A broker can attempt to fill your order in a number of ways:



Volume:
Day Range:
Bid:
Ask:
Last Trade Time:
Total Trades:
  • 1D
  • 1M
  • 3M
  • 6M
  • 1Y
  • 5Y