Definition
Wave A moves against the trend, wave B bounces back, and wave C continues the correction, often beyond wave A. Corrections come in several forms, including zigzags, flats and triangles.
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Corrective wave (A-B-C)
In Elliott Wave, the three-wave move against the trend after a five-wave advance.
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