The Loss for a Writer of a Naked Call Option

question 3

Multiple Choice

The loss for a writer of a naked call option on a share is potentially _____ and so currently short-selling is banned in Australia.

• A) limited
• B) unlimited
• C) larger the more the share price falls
• D) equal to the call premium

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Definitions:

Net Income

The ultimate earnings a company reports after all deductions, including taxes and expenses, from total income.

Average Common Stockholders' Equity

The average equity held by common shareholders, calculated typically over a year, representing the company's assets minus its liabilities attributable to common shareholders.

Prior Period Adjustment

Adjustments made to the financial statements of a prior period to correct errors or implement changes in accounting policy.

Retained Earnings Account

An equity account on the balance sheet that represents the accumulated net earnings not distributed to shareholders in the form of dividends.