which of the following is an option?

A) an agreement between two counterparties to sell an asset at a pre-agreed price on a particular date

B) a security that promises to pay periodic payments to the security holder and to repay principal upon maturity

C) a contract between two counterparties that gives one party the right but not the obligation to buy / sell an asset at a pre agreed price on a particular date

D) a security representing an ownership stake in a corporation that entitles its holder to vote on corporate matters and in some cases receive direct distribution of funds