Multiple Choice
Because the put option buyer gains when the price of the underlying stock index declines, purchasing a ________ will offset any adverse movements in the portfolio's value due to a ________ in the stock market.
A) put option; decline
B) call option; decline
C) put option; rise
D) All of these
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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