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TECHNICAL CONCEPTS

Market Order

Definition

A market order is an instruction to buy or sell immediately at the best available current price. It guarantees execution but not the exact price.

Example

💡 Example

A market buy order for 1 ETH will purchase at whatever price sellers are currently offering, regardless of the exact amount.

Risks to Consider

⚠️ Risks
  • Price uncertainty
  • Slippage
  • Poor execution during volatility

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