beginner · DAY 08

Lots, contract size, tick value, and P/L

10 minutes

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LESSON NOTES

What this lesson covers

Calculate movement value from the actual symbol specification.

01

Read contract size and tick value from symbol specifications.

02

Size lots from account capital and stop distance.

03

Interpret RR, expectancy, profit factor, and drawdown.

Hands-on exercise

Apply the lesson in Market Watch; this is not a quiz.

Calculate one-tick P/L for 0.01 lot on FX and gold.

Review questions

Answer first, then open the explanation.

  1. 1Explain “Lots, contract size, tick value, and P/L” in your own words.View answer
    Answer: A good answer should define the core idea, give one relevant example, and state at least one limitation.
  2. 2Give one chart or platform example where this lesson matters.View answer
    Answer: Use a concrete symbol, timeframe, or platform action and explain how it changes a trading decision.
  3. 3Name one condition where the idea should not be used by itself.View answer
    Answer: State one missing confirmation, data limitation, or risk condition that would require an additional check.
Complete the exercise and review the answers before marking this lesson complete.
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