When evaluating options and trying to determine the Present Value of the Strike Price(K) -given the risk free rate(.08) and a 3 month duration are we to use?
1) K/(1.08)^.25
2) K/(1 + .08(.25))
3) Ke^-(.08*.25) - continuous compounding
NEAS please explain! The examples seem to contradict one another. I can't figure out when to use (1) vs. (2).
[NEAS: Unless told otherwise, assume annual compounding, as in #1. If the exam problem specifies continuous compounding, use #3. If the exam problem specifies quarterly compounding, use #2.]