The Value of an Interest Rate Call Option

question 120

Multiple Choice

The value of an interest rate call option

• A) varies directly with the price of the underlying corporate bond.
• B) increases when the yield on the underlying Treasury security rises.
• C) is based on the market price of U. S. Treasury securities.
• D) decreases when the price of U.S. Treasuries decreases.

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