How Does the Black-Scholes Equation Explain the Pricing of Derivatives

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Essay

How does the Black-Scholes equation explain the pricing of derivatives? Ask the class to explain the variety of ways in which the Black-Scholes model can be modified in order to price various derivatives.

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