Asked by Roberta McGuire on Apr 28, 2024
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The price that the writer of a call option receives for the underlying asset if the buyer executes her option is called the
A) strike price.
B) exercise price.
C) execution price.
D) strike price or exercise price.
E) strike price or execution price.
Call Option
An agreement in finance that allows the owner the option, but not the requirement, to purchase a stock, bond, commodity, or different asset at a determined price during a defined timeframe.
Writer
In the context of options, the seller of an option contract who is obligated to meet the terms of the contract if the option is exercised.
Strike Price
The price at which the holder of an option contract can buy (call option) or sell (put option) the underlying asset.
- Recognize and articulate the concepts relevant to options trading, including strike price, premium, and the distinction between in the money and out of the money.
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Thurman MermanApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The correct terms for the price that the writer of a call option receives if the buyer executes the option are both "strike price" and "exercise price." These terms are used interchangeably in the context of options trading.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and articulate the concepts relevant to options trading, including strike price, premium, and the distinction between in the money and out of the money.