Which of the Following Differentiates Between Stock Options and Employee

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following differentiates between stock options and employee stock ownership plans?

• A) Stock options are a part of the salary received, while employee stock ownership plans are a form of the other compensations.
• B) Stock options allow employees to buy stock at a fixed price, while employee stock ownership plans involve giving stock as reward for performance.
• C) Stock options have a short-term validity, while employee stock ownership plans are applicable in the longer run.
• D) Stock options are available to employees only, while employee stock ownership plans are given to outsiders too.
• E) Stock options are provided on a team basis, while employee stock ownerships are offered at the divisional level.

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