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Problem 1 Let S ( 0 ) = $ 1 0 0 , r = 8 % ( compounded continuously ) , and = 0

Problem 1 Let S(0)=$100,r=8%(compounded continuously), and =0. Consider a
single period binomial tree model with u=1.3,d=0.8 and T=0.5.
(a) Find the price of a European call option with strike price $90 using the risk-neutral
pricing formula.
(b) Find the price of a European put option with strike price $90 using the method of
replication.
(c) Verify the validity of put-call parity.
(b) Suppose you observe a market price of a 90-strike put is $8. Demonstrate how arbitrage
profit can be obtained.
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