Which is an example of manipulation known as 'pump and dump'?

1. ASelling mutual funds to a new client.
2. BSpreading false positive rumors to inflate a stock price, then selling shares at the higher price.✓ Correct answer
3. CBuying a stock after positive earnings are reported.
4. DShort selling in a declining market.

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