Which Class of Derivatives Accounts for the Largest Dollar Share

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which class of derivatives accounts for the largest dollar share in the world market in terms of notional amount outstanding?

• A)Equity derivatives.
• B)Interest-rate derivatives.
• C)Foreign exchange derivatives.
• D)Credit derivatives.

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