🧠 #TradingPairs101

Ever wondered why you can’t just trade crypto for "money" directly?

Welcome to the world of trading pairs—the gateway to every exchange move you make.

A trading pair shows what you’re exchanging for what. Think: BTC/USDT or ETH/BTC.

📌 Here's the breakdown:

Base asset (left side): what you’re buying or selling.

Quote asset (right side): what you're pricing it in.

For example, in BTC/USDT:

Buy = You’re buying BTC using USDT

Sell = You’re selling BTC to get USDT

Why does it matter?

Because choosing the right pair can mean tighter spreads, faster fills, and better profits.

Smart traders scan for strength between assets, not just against the dollar.

🔄 Tip: Don’t just ask “Is BTC going up?”

Ask: “Is BTC outperforming ETH? SOL? USD?”

That’s how you level up.

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