Carl Purchased a Call Option on Apex Stock That Had

question 56

Multiple Choice

Carl purchased a call option on Apex stock that had a premium of $4, an exercise price of $25, and six-months to expiration. When he purchased the option, Apex was selling at $27 per share. What profit (per share) would Carl earn on his option transaction if Apex sells at $31 per share at expiration?

• A) $0
• B) $2
• C) $4
• D) $6

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