Consider the following: 1. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) 2. Motor vehicles 3. Currency swap Which of the above is/are considered financial instruments?
- A1 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C1, 2 and 3
- D1 and 3 onlyCorrect
Explanation
Let's define and categorize each item:
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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF): Correct. ETFs are investment funds traded on stock exchanges, similar to stocks. They hold assets like stocks, bonds, or commodities and track an underlying index. They are definitely considered financial instruments.
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Motor vehicles: Incorrect. Motor vehicles are physical assets, or capital goods, used for transportation. They are not financial instruments. A financial instrument is a monetary contract between parties, representing an asset for one party and a liability for another.
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Currency swap: Correct. A currency swap is a financial derivative instrument where two parties exchange principal and/or interest payments on loans in different currencies. It is a type of over-the-counter (OTC) derivative. It is used for managing exchange rate risk or obtaining cheaper financing.
Therefore, 1 and 3 are considered financial instruments.

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