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In Options Trading, How Does a Reliable Price Feed Affect Strike Price Calculations?

A reliable price feed is essential for accurately calculating the current value of the underlying asset, which is the 'spot price.' While the strike price is a fixed term set at the contract's inception, the reliable spot price is used to determine if an option is 'in-the-money' or 'out-of-the-money' at any given time and at expiration. This directly impacts the option's premium and the decision to exercise or not.

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