SIE practice questionmediumOption premiums
Which factor decreases an option’s premium?
- ALower volatility expectations✓ Correct answer
- BLonger time to expiration
- CUnderlying price moving in-the-money
- DIncreased interest rates
Explanation
Why A — Lower volatility expectations
Lower volatility decreases premium as risk of large movement drops. The other choices increase premium.
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