On the Maturity Date, Stock Index Futures Such as the S&P500

question 11

Multiple Choice

On the maturity date, stock index futures such as the S&P500 contract require delivery of ____________.

• A) common stock
• B) cash
• C) treasury bills
• D) common stock and accumulated dividends

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