You Buy 15 Wheat Futures Contracts When the Futures Price

question 235

Multiple Choice

You buy 15 wheat futures contracts when the futures price is $2.61 per bushel (each contract is for 5,000 bushels) . The price on the maturity date is $2.21. What is your payoff?

• A) -$30,000
• B) -$2,000
• C) $0
• D) $2,000
• E) $30,000

Recognize how financial ratios can be used for benchmarking against industry averages and evaluating competitive position.

Identify the importance of considering financing sources in analyzing financial health and performance.

Understand the impacts of unusual items and changes in accounting principles on financial statements and ratios.

Comprehend the significance of dividend policies and earnings retention for operational use.

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