Which of the Following Statements About Forwards, Futures, and Options

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about forwards, futures, and options is correct?

• A)Forward contracts and futures contracts are economically similar, but vary greatly in how they are traded.
• B)Futures contracts and options contracts are economically similar, but vary greatly in how they are traded.
• C)Forward contracts and options contracts are economically similar, but vary greatly in how they are traded.
• D)Forward contracts, futures contracts, and options contracts are all economically similar, but vary greatly in how they are traded.

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