The Buyer (Long) of a Put Option

question 54

Multiple Choice

The buyer (long) of a put option:

• A) has a maximum loss equal to the premium paid.
• B) has a gain equal to but opposite in sign to the writer of the option.
• C) has maximum gain potential limited to the difference between the strike price and the premium paid.
• D) all of the above

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