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Series 7 Options Breakeven

Series 7 options questions get easier when you separate calls, puts, premiums, maximum gain, maximum loss, and breakeven formulas.

Direct answer

How do you calculate options breakeven on the Series 7?

For a long call, breakeven is strike price plus premium. For a long put, breakeven is strike price minus premium. Then check whether the question asks for buyer, seller, gain, loss, or breakeven.

What to remember
  • Long call breakeven equals strike plus premium.
  • Long put breakeven equals strike minus premium.
  • Many wrong answers come from using the right formula for the wrong side of the trade.
Sample question

An investor buys 1 XYZ 50 call at 4. What is the breakeven?

$46
$50
$54
$400
Answer: $54

Long call breakeven is strike plus premium: 50 + 4 = 54.

Related questions
  • How do you calculate max loss for a long option?
  • What is the difference between call and put breakeven?
  • How do options premiums affect profit and loss?
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