The Elasticity of an Option Is

question 88

Multiple Choice

The elasticity of an option is

• A) the volatility level for the stock that the option price implies.
• B) the continued updating of the hedge ratio as time passes.
• C) the percentage change in the stock call-option price divided by the percentage change in the stock price.
• D) the sensitivity of the delta to the stock price.

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Definitions:

Face Value

The original value of a financial instrument as stated on the instrument itself.

Compounded Annually

Interest calculation method where the interest amount is added to the principal at the end of each year, and the total becomes the principal for the next year.

Annual Deposits

Regular sums of money deposited into an account or investment annually.

Equal Annual Withdrawals

Regular, identical amounts of money withdrawn from an investment or savings account over a designated period.