Question 1
What is the primary distinguishing characteristic of a derivative security compared to an equity share or bond?
Correct Answer:
Its value is derived from the price of another underlying asset.
Question 2
Which of the following describes a transaction where an investor enters a derivatives contract to reduce or eliminate an existing risk exposure?
Correct Answer:
Hedging
Question 3
An investor simultaneously buys an asset in one market and sells an identical asset in another market at a higher price to lock in a risk-free profit. What is this practice called?
Correct Answer:
Arbitrage
Question 4
Which of the following is a key feature of exchange-traded derivatives that distinguishes them from over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives?
Correct Answer:
Standardized contract terms and central counterparty clearing
Question 5
How does a clearing house mitigate counterparty risk in exchange-traded derivatives markets?
Correct Answer:
By acting as the buyer to every seller and the seller to every buyer (novation)
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