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An investor purchases a put option. What does this indicate about their market outlook?

Purchasing a put option gives the investor the right to sell the underlying asset at a specified price. This strategy is typically employed when an investor has

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Question: An investor purchases a put option. What does this indicate about their market outlook?

Answer options:

  • Bullish (expects the price of the underlying asset to increase) ✅ Bearish (expects the price of the underlying asset to decrease)
  • Neutral (expects the price of the underlying asset to remain stable)
  • Volatile (expects significant price movement in either direction)

Correct answer: Bearish (expects the price of the underlying asset to decrease)

Explanation: Purchasing a put option gives the investor the right to sell the underlying asset at a specified price. This strategy is typically employed when an investor has a bearish outlook, expecting the asset's price to fall.

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