FINRA SIE Question Answer
When the index level and strike price of a listed index option are the same, the option is:
In the money.
At the money.
Out of the money.
Trading at intrinsic value only.
An option is considered "at the money" when the current price of the underlying asset (or index level) equals the option’s strike price.
B is correct because the index level equals the strike price.
A is incorrect because "in the money" requires the option to have intrinsic value (e.g., for a call, the index level must be above the strike price).
C is incorrect because "out of the money" applies when the index level is below the strike price (for calls) or above it (for puts).
D is incorrect because "at the money" options have no intrinsic value.
TESTED 25 Feb 2026
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