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Chapter 23, Problem 1QP
a.
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To determine: Value of stock
Employee Stock Option:
Employee stock option is given by the company to attract and retain the employees in the organization. Company contract with the employee and gives right to purchase some number of stock of share from the company within a period.
b.
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To determine: Choice of the option
c.
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To determine: If Person. GL has a risk averse and he cannot sell the options prior to expiration.
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