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According to the principle of Effort versus Result, what is the bearish interpretation of an up-bar with ultra-high volume and a narrow spread that closes in the middle of its range?
- The market is absorbing supply from locked-in traders to the left.
- The market-makers are marking prices up to hunt for short stops.
- The professionals are withdrawing and there is no demand.
- The effort to rise was met by substantial professional selling.
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