Which of the following most likely determines the price of shares traded on exchanges?
A) the Canadian Securities Commission
B) the Bank of Canada
C) the supply and demand for the shares
D) the Toronto Stock Exchange

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The supply and demand for shares is the main factor determining the price of shares on exchanges. As demand for a particular stock increases, its price will typically rise, whereas as supply increases, there may be downward pressure on the price. The other options listed (the Canadian Securities Commission, the Bank of Canada, and the Toronto Stock Exchange) do not directly determine the price of shares.

Which of the Following Most Likely Determines the Price of Shares