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Question 1

Which of the following bodies is responsible for clearing and settling all exchange-traded options and futures contracts traded on the Montréal Exchange (MX)?

Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation (CDCC) Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) CDS Clearing and Depository Services Inc. (CDS) Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF)

Correct Answer:

Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation (CDCC)

Question 2

An investor holds a long position in a gold futures contract on the Montréal Exchange. If the settlement price increases, what is the immediate effect on the investor's margin account under the mark-to-market process?

The margin account is credited with the cash gain, which is available for withdrawal. The gain is recorded as paper profit but cannot be withdrawn until contract expiration. The gain reduces the initial margin requirement but does not change the account cash balance. The gain is credited only if the investor closes out the position prior to the end of the day.

Correct Answer:

The margin account is credited with the cash gain, which is available for withdrawal.

Question 3

An equity option contract traded on the Montréal Exchange (MX) represents how many shares of the underlying stock under standard contract specifications?

100 shares 10 shares 1,000 shares 50 shares

Correct Answer:

100 shares

Question 4

What is the primary difference between American-style options and European-style options?

American-style options can be exercised at any time up to expiration, whereas European-style options can only be exercised at expiration. American-style options trade on North American exchanges, while European-style options trade only on European exchanges. American-style options are cleared by the CDCC, whereas European-style options are cleared by the OCC. American-style options settle in cash, while European-style options always settle in the underlying physical asset.

Correct Answer:

American-style options can be exercised at any time up to expiration, whereas European-style options can only be exercised at expiration.

Question 5

If XYZ stock is trading at $54.00, what is the intrinsic value and time value of an XYZ October 50 Call option trading at a premium of $5.50?

Intrinsic Value: $4.00; Time Value: $1.50 Intrinsic Value: $1.50; Time Value: $4.00 Intrinsic Value: $5.50; Time Value: $0.00 Intrinsic Value: $0.00; Time Value: $5.50

Correct Answer:

Intrinsic Value: $4.00; Time Value: $1.50

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