The Premium on a Stock Index Call Would Be Expected

question 30

Multiple Choice

The premium on a stock index call would be expected to increase as the

• A) market becomes more volatile.
• B) option life nears expiration.
• C) index price falls further below the strike price.
• D) underlying securities stabilize in value.

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