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| ...Next on Global ews: As you know, the stock market fell 50% one year ago today... | |
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| Fell?? I'd say it crashed smack-dab into the side of a mountain. | |
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| Breaking News: The stock market is up 50% since last year and has fully recovered... | |
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| 50% loss plus 50% gain...That makes sense! I'll check my E-Risk Online Account... | |
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5th Grade Wisdom: $10,000 x 50% = $5,000. $5,000 x 150% = $7,500
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| If I started with $10,000 in the market before the crash...carry the 1...Hmmm...Why is my account only worth $7,500? | |
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| Duh, Dad...That's how percentages work. At least you have your health. Didn't Dr. Headent say your head injury has fully recovered? | |
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