For the long term, yes, Nike and Apple are good, solid companies. For fast growth, check out GILD, PBA, and EROC. How much money do you have to spend?

I just started playing the Stock Market Game in my economics class and i am so lost. I have to buy 3 stocks by tonight and i'm not sure how many "shares" to buy? i have to buy over 10. And is Apple or Nike a good company to buy stocks from? What about Starbucks or McDonalds? Plz help!!