Owning a Call Option That Has a High Probability of Being

question 6

Multiple Choice

Owning a call option that has a high probability of being exercised is said to be equivalent to owning the stock.In which way is owning a call not equivalent to owning the stock?

• A)Option holders pay no income taxes.
• B)Shareholders do not have capped (restricted) profits.
• C)Option holders do not receive dividends.
• D)Shareholders cannot sustain losses.

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Definitions:

Government Bonds

Debt securities issued by governments to finance public expenditure, offering periodic interest payments and principal repayment at maturity.

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Savings set aside by individuals for specific future uses or purchases, often with tax advantages or other incentives.

Government Bonds

Securities issued by a government to finance its expenditures, offering a fixed rate of return over a specific period.

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