Briefly Explain Why a Call Option Is Always Riskier Than

question 49

Essay

Briefly explain why a call option is always riskier than a simple investment in the underlying stock.

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Definitions:

Collection Policy

The guidelines and procedures that a company follows to collect accounts receivables from its customers, including the timeline and actions for overdue payments.

Average Collection Period

The average number of days it takes for a company to receive payments owed by its customers, indicating the efficiency of a company's credit and collection policies.

Net Float

The difference between checks written against and deposited in an account, not yet cleared by the financial institution.

Cash Inflows

Money received by a business from its various activities, including sales, financing, and investments, contributing to its net cash flow.