A Tree Is Constructed to Value an Option on an Index

question 1

Multiple Choice

A tree is constructed to value an option on an index which is currently worth 100 and has a volatility of 25%.The index provides a dividend yield of 2%.Another tree is constructed to value an option on a non-dividend-paying stock which is currently worth 100 and has a volatility of 25%.Which of the following are true?

• A) The parameters p and u are the same for both trees
• B) The parameter p is the same for both trees but u is not
• C) The parameter u is the same for both trees but p is not
• D) None of the above

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