Derivatives Basics Quiz
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What is a derivative in the context of finance?

  • A fixed interest rate investment
  • A direct ownership of shares in a company
  • A speculative investment in commodities
  • A financial contract whose value is based on the price of an underlying asset (correct)
  • How do derivatives allow investors to speculate on price movements?

  • By directly owning the shares of the underlying asset
  • By entering into a contract based on the asset's value changes (correct)
  • By avoiding any financial contracts
  • By relying on fixed interest rates
  • What determines the profit or loss for investors in derivatives?

  • The number of shares owned
  • How the asset's value changes (correct)
  • The company's reputation
  • The fixed interest rate
  • If an investor thinks that the price of shares of HDFC Bank may rise in the future, how can they speculate on this price movement without owning shares of HDFC Bank?

    <p>By buying derivatives of HDFC Bank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an equity derivative in finance?

    <p>To bet on the future price movement of the underlying shares</p> Signup and view all the answers

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