Steve Owns an Option Which Grants Him the Right to Purchase

question 35

Multiple Choice

Steve owns an option which grants him the right to purchase shares of Lokier Tool stock at a price of $45 a share.Currently,the stock is selling for $52.40 a share.Steve would like to realize his profits but is not permitted to exercise the option for another two weeks.Which one of the following does Steve own?

• A)straight bond
• B)American call
• C)American put
• D)European call
• E)European put

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