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How Is the Profit Calculated for a Call Option Holder at Expiration?

Profit is calculated as the difference between the underlying asset's market price and the strike price, minus the premium paid. If the market price is below the strike price, the option expires worthless, and the loss is limited to the premium paid.

If exercised, the payoff is (Market Price – Strike Price).

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