The Underlying Amount of a Derivative Instrument Is

question 26

Multiple Choice

The underlying amount of a derivative instrument is

• A)​related to the number of units specified in the derivative and the price that relates to the asset or liability underlying the derivative.
• B)​the change in the price or rate that relates to the asset or liability underlying the derivative.
• C)​the price or rate that relates to the asset or liability underlying the derivative.
• D)​the number of units that is specified in the derivative instrument.

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