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NCFM Derivatives Market (Dealers) Module Mock Test — 5 random MCQs with answers & explanations

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These 5 questions are randomly selected (standard MCQs only, not case-based).

Q1 Identify the correct statement about a Put option.

  • A. Buyer has obligation to sell
  • B. Seller has right to buy
  • C. Buyer has right but not obligation to sell Correct Answer
  • D. Buyer has no right
Explanation:
A Put option gives the buyer the right (not obligation) to sell the underlying asset at a fixed strike price.

Marks: 1

Q2 If a person is short a futures contract at Rs. 100 and the underlying price at expiry is Rs. 60, what is the payoff per unit?

  • A. -Rs. 40
  • B. Rs. 0
  • C. Rs. 40 Correct Answer
  • D. Rs. 60
Explanation:
The seller is obligated to sell at 100. If the market price is 60, they can buy at 60 and sell at 100, gaining the difference (100 - 60).

Marks: 1

Q3 Mr. Gautam sold a put option with strike Rs.650 and received Rs.60 premium. What is his maximum profit per share?

  • A. 650
  • B. 590
  • C. 60 Correct Answer
  • D. 0
Explanation:
The maximum gain for option seller is the premium received. Here, maximum profit is Rs.60 per share.

Marks: 1

Q4 Options contracts have which two types of settlements?

  • A. Daily and Weekly
  • B. Weekly and Monthly
  • C. Premium Settlement and Final Settlement Correct Answer
  • D. Monthly and Yearly
Explanation:
Options involve daily premium settlement and final settlement at expiry. Premium is paid upfront and final settlement happens on expiry date.

Marks: 1

Q5 Meghna sells 34 ABC futures contracts at ₹2450. Lot size is 50 and initial margin is 7%. What is the initial margin payable?

  • A. ₹4,165,000
  • B. ₹83,300
  • C. ₹5,831
  • D. ₹291,550 Correct Answer
Explanation:
Total contract value = 2450 × 34 × 50 = ₹41,65,000. Margin = 7% of ₹41,65,000 = ₹2,91,550. Initial margin is calculated on total contract value.

Marks: 1

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