An option which gives the holder the right to sell a stock at a specified…

2019

An option which gives the holder the right to sell a stock at a specified price at some time in the future is called a:

  1. A.

    Naked option

  2. B.

    Call option

  3. C.

    Put option

  4. D.

    Out of money option

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Correct answer: C

A Put Option gives the holder the right to sell a stock or asset at a predetermined price (strike price) before or on a specified date. It is typically used by investors who expect the price of the stock to fall in the future.

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