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NISM-Series-13: Common Derivatives Mock Test — 5 random MCQs with answers & explanations

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Q1 In futures market, basis means:

  • A. Interest rate
  • B. Volatility
  • C. Difference between futures price and spot price Correct Answer
  • D. Market price
Explanation:
Basis = Spot Price – Futures Price (or vice versa). It shows the difference between spot and futures prices.

Marks: 1

Q2 A statistical tool that measures changes in the overall economy or a specific market is an:

  • A. Option
  • B. Index Correct Answer
  • C. Margin
  • D. Hedge
Explanation:
An index is a statistical indicator used to track performance in markets or sectors.

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Q3 What are the four "building block" products of the derivative market?

  • A. Cash, Credit, Debt, Equity
  • B. Forwards, Futures, Swaps, Options Correct Answer
  • C. Calls, Puts, Caps, Floors
  • D. Stocks, Bonds, Gold, Currency
Explanation:
Almost all derivatives are made using these four basic types: Forwards, Futures, Swaps, or Options.

Marks: 1

Q4 A trader sells 20 lots of USDINR futures at 83.20. If the INR depreciates by 60 ticks, what is the profit or loss?

  • A. Profit of Rs 3000
  • B. Loss of Rs 3000 Correct Answer
  • C. Profit of Rs 300
  • D. Loss of Rs 300
Explanation:
INR depreciation means the USD price went up. Since he sold first, a higher price causes a loss. 60 ticks * 0.0025 * 20,000.

Marks: 1

Q5 An investor buys two futures contracts at Rs 600 and sells them at Rs 607. Lot size is 2000 shares per contract. What is the total profit?

  • A. Rs 14,000
  • B. Rs 28,000 Correct Answer
  • C. Rs 20,000
  • D. Rs 27,500
Explanation:
Profit per share = Rs 7. Total shares = 2 × 2000 = 4000. So total profit = 4000 × 7 = Rs 28,000.

Marks: 1

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