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FAQs: Financial Markets: Derivatives
This FAQ briefly explains the derivative, "a financial instrument whose price is derived from the value of one or more underlying assets, liabilities, or indices." Provides links to additional resources on derivatives. From the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
http://www.treas.gov/education/faq/markets/derivatives.shtml

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