The FTSE Index Is at 5,100

question 9

Multiple Choice

The FTSE index is at 5,100. You are short a straddle on the FTSE 100. struck at 5,100 and long a 5,000/5,200 strangle. You are also short a 5,000-5,100-5,200 butterfly. Ceteris paribus, an increase in the level of the FTSE

• A) Increases the value of your portfolio.
• B) Has no effect on the value of your portfolio.
• C) Decreases the value of your portfolio.
• D) Any of the above is possible.

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