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Basic Question 18 of 18

Which of the following statements about forward and future contracts is FALSE?

A. A future requires the contract purchaser to receive delivery of the good at a specified time.
B. A predetermined price to be paid for a good is a necessary requirement in the terms of a forward contract.
C. The future value of a financial derivative depends on the value of its underlying asset.
D. The primary difference between forwards and futures is that only futures are considered financial derivatives.

User Contributed Comments 4

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viruss Well A is also false because there are cash-settled future contracts that doesn't involved physical delivery ...
terryn A is true - A futures contract requires delivery does not mean it cannot be settled with cash.
farhan92 not your customary east last question...
ascruggs92 A is true - delivery doesn't have to be physical, banks can wire money into your bank account.
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Learning Outcome Statements

describe classifications of assets and markets

describe the major types of securities, currencies, contracts, commodities, and real assets that trade in organized markets, including their distinguishing characteristics and major subtypes

CFA® 2024 Level I Curriculum, Volume 3, Module 1.