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put option pricing
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standard options are contracts for 100 shares. if the option is for $0.75/share and you are buying the contract for 100 shares the price would be $75 plus commission. some brokers have mini options available which is a contract for 10 shares. i don't know if all brokers offer this option and it is not available on all stocks. the difference between the 1 week and 180 day price is based on anticipated price changes over the given time. most people would expect more volatility over a 6 month period than a 1 week period thus the demand for a higher premium for the longer option.
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