The Premium on a Pound Put Option Is

question 93

Multiple Choice

The premium on a pound put option is $.03 per unit. The exercise price is $1.60. The break-even point is ____ for the buyer of the put, and ____ for the seller of the put. (Assume zero transactions costs and that the buyer and seller of the put option are speculators.)

• A)$1.63; $1.63
• B)$1.63; $1.60
• C)$1.63; $1.57
• D)$1.57; $1.63
• E)none of the above

Distinguish between elastic, inelastic, and unitary elasticity of demand.

Identify factors that affect the elasticity of demand for goods and services.

Understand how the time period affects the elasticity of demand.

Comprehend the effects of market definitions and availability of substitutes on demand elasticity.

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