Reviewed/updated 2026-07-31 Educational use only Transparent formulas No live prices or individualized advice

Hypothetical examples

If average winners are $75 and one loss is $1,500, that single loss erases 20 average winners before fees, spreads, or emotional follow-up trades.

Base caseNormal assumptions
Stress caseLoss or cost expands
ReviewCheck recovery burden

These examples are intentionally simple so the logic is visible. Real fills, assignment, liquidity, implied volatility, taxes, and broker rules may change actual outcomes.

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