Multiple Choice
Allright Insurance has total assets of $140 million consisting of $50 million in 2-year, 6 percent Treasury notes and $90 million in 10-year, 7.2 percent fixed-rate Baa bonds.These assets are funded by $100 million 5-year, 5 percent fixed rate GICs and equity. At the time of placement, the premium on the options are quoted at 1¾.What is the cost to Allright in placing the hedge?
A) $1,093,750.
B) $782,250.
C) $360,500.
D) $1,342,500.
E) $1,094.
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