Reconsider the determination of the hedge ratio in the two-state model, where we showed that one-third share of stock would hedge one option. What would be the hedge ratio for the following exercise prices: (a) 120, (b) 110, (c) 100, (d) 90? (e) What do you conclude about the hedge ratio as the option becomes progressively more in the money?

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