Which of the Following Is an Example of a "Forward

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a "forward"?

• A)Right to buy 100 shares of CIBC over the next 5 years.
• B)Commitment to buy 100 barrels of oil next month at $125/barrel.
• C)Commitment to buy $100,000 US dollars in 120 days at US$=1.10.
• D)Pay interest at prime +3% in exchange for receiving interest at 5%.

---

Definitions:

Quantity Demanded

The complete volume of a merchandise or service buyers intend to acquire at a determined price.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good or service supplied matches the quantity demanded, leading to market stability.

Quantity Demanded

The full extent of a good or service that shoppers are inclined and able to procure at a specified price level.

Quantity Supplied

The complete sum of a good or service that manufacturers are able and eager to provide at a certain price throughout an established duration.