Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) The intrinsic value of an option is the value it would have if it expired immediately.
• B) A European option cannot be worth less than its American counterpart.
• C) Put options increase in value as the stock price falls.
• D) A put option cannot be worth more than its strike price.

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