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SIE: Equity Securities
SIE practice questionmediumLong/Short positions

A customer who sells a put option is exposed to which primary risk?

  1. AStock remains unchanged, incurring a loss
  2. BStock rises above strike price, requiring sale at a loss
  3. CStock declines below strike price, requiring purchase of declining asset✓ Correct answer
  4. DOption premium increases, causing margin call
Explanation

Why CStock declines below strike price, requiring purchase of declining asset

The principal risk is having to buy stock below market value if it falls below strike. B applies to calls, C is unlikely as the premium is kept, and D misstates the typical risk.

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