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Can a Trader Opt out of the ADL Mechanism?

No, a trader cannot typically opt out of the ADL mechanism on a centralized futures exchange. ADL is a mandatory, non-negotiable component of the exchange's risk management system designed to protect the entire market.

The only way to effectively reduce ADL risk is to trade with lower leverage and smaller position sizes.

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