If We Define the "Premium" on an Option to Be

question 12

True/False

If we define the "premium" on an option to be the difference between the price at which an option sells and the exercise value (or the difference between the stock's current market price and the strike price), then we would expect the premium to increase as the stock price increases, other things held constant.

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Definitions:

Fair Value

An estimate of the market value of an asset or liability, based on the price that willing parties would agree to in an arm's length transaction.

Involuntary Dissolution

The forced dissolution of a corporation or partnership by court order, usually initiated by a shareholder or creditor.

Charter Amendments

Changes made to the charter of a corporation, oftentimes requiring approval from a governing body or the shareholders.

Plurality

A situation in elections where the candidate or party receives more votes than any other but does not achieve an absolute majority.