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Why Is the Black-Scholes Model More Suitable for European Options?

The Black-Scholes model is mathematically simpler and more suitable for European options because it assumes that the option will not be exercised before its expiration date. This assumption is built into the model's differential equation, which is not strictly valid for American options where early exercise is possible.

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