ESSEN OF INVESTMENTS CONNECT AC
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Author: Bodie
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Chapter 3.8, Problem 2EQ
Repeat Question 1 assuming your initial margin was 50%. How does margin affect the risk and return of your option?
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ESSEN OF INVESTMENTS CONNECT AC
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