Calibration in the Black-Scholes-Merton Model Corresponds To

question 5

Multiple Choice

Calibration in the Black-Scholes-Merton model corresponds to:

• A) setting the delta equal to 1/2
• B) setting the delta and gamma equal to zero
• C) computing an implied volatility
• D) setting the interest rate equal to the relevant T-bill rate
• E) setting the delta equal to 1

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