New York Stock Exchange: Milestones And Longevity

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    When did the Dow Jones Industrial Average first close over 10,000?

    • March 29, 1979
    • March 29, 1989
    • March 29, 1999
    • March 29, 2009
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  • 2. 

    When did stock share trading volume for the NYSE first go over 1 billion?

    • 1997

    • 2000

    • 2003

    • 2006

    Correct Answer
    A. 1997
    Explanation
    In 1997, the stock share trading volume for the NYSE first went over 1 billion.

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  • 3. 

    David Granger has the longest service membership as a New York Stock Exchange Member. When did he become a member?

    • 1916

    • 1926

    • 1936

    • 1946

    Correct Answer
    A. 1926
    Explanation
    David Granger became a member of the New York Stock Exchange in 1926.

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  • 4. 

    Browne & Company is the oldest company listed on the NYSE. It was first listed on the NYSE in 1999, but when was it founded?

    • 1850

    • 1825

    • 1800

    • 1775

    Correct Answer
    A. 1775
    Explanation
    Browne & Company, the oldest company listed on the NYSE, was founded in 1775. This means that it has a long history and has been in operation for over two centuries. It was first listed on the NYSE in 1999, but its founding dates back to 1775.

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    When did stock share trading volume for the NYSE first go over 100 million?

    • 1982

    • 1984

    • 1986

    • 1988

    Correct Answer
    A. 1984
    Explanation
    In 1984, the stock share trading volume for the NYSE first went over 100 million.

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    When did the Dow Jones Industrial Average first close over 100?

    • January 12, 1886

    • January 12, 1896

    • January 12, 1906

    • January 12, 1916

    Correct Answer
    A. January 12, 1906
    Explanation
    On January 12, 1906, the Dow Jones Industrial Average first closed over 100. This means that the combined value of the stocks in the index exceeded 100 for the first time on that date. This milestone is significant because it indicates the overall growth and strength of the stock market at that time.

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    When did stock share trading volume for the NYSE first go over 10 million?

    • 1919

    • 1929

    • 1939

    • 1949

    Correct Answer
    A. 1929
    Explanation
    In 1929, the stock share trading volume for the NYSE first went over 10 million. This suggests that prior to 1929, the trading volume did not reach this significant milestone.

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  • 8. 

    What has been the longest-listed company on the NYSE?

    • Ford Motor Company

    • Con Edison

    • US Steel

    • General Electric

    Correct Answer
    A. Con Edison
    Explanation
    Con Edison has been the longest-listed company on the NYSE. This means that it has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange for the longest period of time compared to the other options.

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    When did the Dow Jones Industrial Average first close over 1,000?

    • November 14, 1942

    • November 14, 1952

    • November 14, 1962

    • November 14, 1972

    Correct Answer
    A. November 14, 1972
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    When did stock share trading volume for the NYSE first go over 1 million?

    • 1886

    • 1896

    • 1906

    • 1916

    Correct Answer
    A. 1886
    Explanation
    In 1886, the stock share trading volume for the NYSE first exceeded 1 million.

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