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April 8, 2026 | by Bloom Code Studio

1.

What is the difference between someone using a derivative security to hedge risk and someone using a derivative security to speculate?

2.

Explain how vertical integration may be used as a method of hedging against commodity price risk.

3.

What is the difference between a forward contract and a futures contract?

4.

You are considering purchasing a call option to purchase Mexican pesos in three months with a strike price of MXN 20/USD. The premium for this call option is MXN 2. Show the payoff you will receive at various prices in a diagram.

5.

You are considering writing a call option to purchase Mexican pesos in three months with a strike price of MXN 20/USD. The premium for this call option is MXN 2. Show the payoff you will receive at various prices in a diagram.

6.

Why are options considered to be a “zero-sum game”?

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