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Limit Order
What a limit order does and why it trades off certainty of execution for price control.
Plain-English definition
A limit order sets the worst price you are willing to accept for a trade.
Why it matters
It helps manage execution quality, especially when spreads are wide or markets are volatile.
Beginner example
You can use a limit order to avoid paying above a specific entry price.
Common misunderstanding
A limit order does not guarantee execution; it only guarantees price protection if it fills.
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Practice with Alpha Council
Explain a limit order with a simple example.
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