1. In the context of Quantified Ante's application of Smart Money Concepts (SMC), what range of standard deviations is typically used for analyzing price action?

a) -3 to +3

b) -5 to +5

c) -6 to +61

d) -4 to +4

2. According to Quantified Ante, which standard deviation level is considered a key zone where liquidity sweeps are likely to occur?

a) ±1

b) ±2

c) ±3

d) ±42

3. What does the document suggest about price action at ±1.5 standard deviation levels?

a) It typically indicates a major reversal point.

b) It often signals a retracement within the current trend.

c) It always leads to a strong continuation of the existing trend.

d) It is irrelevant for SMC trading strategies.

4. When price reaches ±4 standard deviations, what are the two possible scenarios described by Quantified Ante?

a) A minor price fluctuation or market consolidation.

b) A guaranteed trend continuation or immediate breakout.

c) A significant institutional push or an approaching area where a reversal could occur.

d) A period of low volatility or sideways movement.

5. According Quantified Ante what should traders watch for when price approaches the ±4 levels?

a) Minor price fluctuations.

b) Consistent and steady price movement.

c) Wicks, long candles, or reversals.

d) A guaranteed continuation of the current trend.

6. What do ±5 and ±6 standard deviation levels generally indicate?

a) Stable trend.

b) Normal price fluctuations.

c) Consistent institutional interest.

d) Extreme price extensions where mean reversion is highly probable.

7. When price retraces to the +1.5 level in an uptrend, what does the document suggest Quantified Ante Traders look for?

a) Signs of a strong reversal.

b) A guaranteed continuation of the downtrend.

c) Bullish continuation patterns.

d) A break of structure to the downside.

8. In a downtrend, what does Quantified Ante suggest an order block above the -1.5 level might indicate?

a) A strong support level.

b) A guaranteed reversal point.

c) A resistance level where smart money may add to short positions.

d) A clear signal to enter a long position.

9. According to Quantified Ante, what is one of the benefits of using the ±1.5 standard deviation level for retracement entries?

a) It guarantees a high-probability reversal.

b) It ensures minimal risk in all market conditions.

c) It aligns with trend continuation and offers a balanced risk-to-reward ratio.

d) It always leads to quick and easy profits.

10. What is the role of order blocks, break of structure (BOS), and fair value gaps (FVGs) in relation to standard deviation levels?

a) They are not relevant to standard deviation analysis.

b) They should be ignored when price interacts with standard deviation levels.

c) They assist in confirming bias and identifying high-probability trading opportunities.

d) They are only useful at standard deviation levels beyond ±4.

Questions Context and Notes:

Question 1 Context:

• In SMC, standard deviations are used not just as static levels but as dynamic zones where liquidity, imbalances, and institutional interest are likely to interact with price.

• The range that Quantified Ante Traders apply to their Charts is from -6 to +6 standard deviations, which reflects zones that encompass different probabilities of price retracement or continuation. For example, as price reaches ±4 or beyond, it’s statistically more extended, meaning it’s either in an area of strong institutional movement or approaching an overextended zone ripe for a reversal or retracement.

Question 2 Context:

• Institutional traders may start positioning as price nears ±3 standard deviations, anticipating a move toward more extreme deviations (e.g., ±4) for a liquidity sweep or reversal.

• At Quantified Ante we emphasize ±4 as a key zone where liquidity sweeps are likely, making it an ideal level for observing potential reversals or continuation setups.

• When price reaches ±4, it has typically moved far from the mean, meaning either a significant institutional push is happening, or price is approaching an area where a reversal could occur to bring price back toward equilibrium.

Question 3 Context:

• If price has reached a ±4 level and shows signs of reversal or continuation, enter based on the knowledge and tools.

• For long entries at -4, wait for confirmation like a BOS to the upside or an order block to form.

• For short entries at +4, look for bearish confirmations like a break of the most recent low or bearish order block.

In how Quantified Ante applies Smart Money Concepts, the±1.5 standard deviation level is viewed more as a retracement zone than a reversal point. Price action at ±1.5 often signals a pullback within the current trend, giving us (SMC traders) an opportunity to align with the prevailing institutional direction rather than anticipating a full reversal.

Question 4 Context:

• In SMC, standard deviations are used not just as static levels but as dynamic zones where liquidity, imbalances, and institutional
interest are likely to interact with price.

• The range that Quantified Ante Traders apply to their Charts is from -6 to +6 standard deviations, which reflects zones that encompass different probabilities of price retracement or continuation. For example, as price reaches ±4 or beyond, it’s statistically more extended, meaning it’s either in an area of strong institutional movement or approaching an overextended zone ripe for a reversal or retracement.

Question 5 Context:

As all Quantified Ante Traders know we have developed our own Script that automatically applies Valid as well as In-validated SD zones.
So while you are not required to manually plot 2024 Quantified Ante - Confidential Work Product 2 on your chart, it is a skill set that you may want to learn & practice as to where to place the SD tool is a skillset in and of itself.

• Pay special attention to price as it approaches the ±4levels. This is where smart money often seeks liquidity by sweeping highs or
lows.

Question 6 Context:

• The ±5 and ±6 levels are rarely reached but represent extreme extensions. These levels signal that price is heavily overbought or oversold, and mean reversion is highly probable.

• In SMC as applied by Quantified Ante, these levels suggest an imminent liquidity event, with smart money potentially ready to reverse the trend to capture liquidity pools that have formed around these areas.

Question 7 Context:

Since we are SMC traders, the ±1.5 level presents a retracement opportunity, and we will often look for confirmation that the trend
will continue. Here’s how this strategy is typically implemented:

• As price retraces to +1.5 in an uptrend, Quantified Ante Traders expect this level to act as a minor support zone.

• We look for price action patterns that indicate bullish continuation, such as bullish

Question 8 Context:

Quantified Ante Traders look for bearish signs like a rejection candle, bearish engulfing patterns, or other price action confirming that sellers are still in control.

• If there’s an order block above the -1.5 level, it can act as a resistance level where smart money may add to short positions. A clear rejection of this order block reinforces the downtrend.

• An FVG near -1.5, if present, can also provide entry signals. Price might fill this gap on the way back down, giving us a point of
entry that aligns with the continuation of the downtrend.

Question 9 Context:

Balances Risk and Reward: Entering near ±1.5 within the trend offers a balanced entry with clear stop-loss placement and solid
risk-to-reward potential. Traders are able to join the institutional flow without committing to a high-risk reversal.

In essence, we see ±1.5 as an “institutional price zone” where retracements often provide opportunities to join the main trend. This approach minimizes the likelihood of being caught in a reversal and instead focuses on capturing trend momentum with confidence that smart money is supporting price direction.

Question 10 Context:

• In practice, if price approaches the +4 deviation with astrong uptrend, you might see a reversal setup if price suddenly rejects or wicks off this level, signaling that smart money is absorbing liquidity and potentially preparing for a reversal or retracement.

Confirmation Using “QA Components” for Confluence:

• Using the core concepts of order blocks, break of structure (BOS), and fair value gaps (FVGs) assists astute Quantified Ante
Traders to confirm bias when price interacts with ±4 levels.