Mentally Factor the Trinomial $a ^ { 2 } + a - 56$

question 63

Multiple Choice

Mentally factor the trinomial $a ^ { 2 } + a - 56$

• A) \(( a - 7 ) ( a + 8 )\)
• B) \(( a + 7 ) ( a - 8 )\)
• C) \(( a - 7 ) ( a - 8 )\)
• D) \(( a - 4 ) ( a + 14 )\)
• E) \(( a + 4 ) ( a - 14 )\)

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Definitions:

Uncovered Put Option

A type of options strategy where the seller of the put option does not have a sufficient position in the underlying asset, exposing them to potentially unlimited losses.

Digital Option

A financial instrument that provides a fixed return if the market price is above (for a call) or below (for a put) a certain level at expiration.

Bull Money Spread

A type of options strategy that is used when an investor expects a moderate rise in the price of the underlying asset.

Calls

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