The Definition of a Derivative Requires Which of the Following

question 6

Multiple Choice

The definition of a derivative requires which of the following characteristics to be met?
I its value must change in response to a change in an underlying variable such as a specified interest rate, price or foreign exchange rate.
II it must be settled on a net basis
III it must require no initial net investment or an additional net investment that is smaller than would be required for other types of contracts with similar responses to changes in market factors.
IV it is to be settled at a future date

• A) I, II and III
• B) I, III and IV
• C) I, II and IV
• D) II, III and IV

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Definitions:

Preferred Stock

A class of stock that typically has a priority claim on dividends and assets in the event of liquidation over common stock.

Yield

The income return on an investment, such as the interest or dividends received, expressed as an annual percentage of the investment’s cost.

Cost of Debt

The effective rate that a company pays on its current debt, including loans and bonds, which can be measured before or after taxes.

Annual Coupon

The annual interest payment made to bondholders, expressed as a percentage of the bond's face value.