Which of the following statements is an example of a futures market transaction?

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This statement describes a contract in which a company agrees to buy a specific amount of a commodity (oil) at a specific price in the future (six months from now), which is an example of a futures market transaction. Option B describes a purchase of an option, which is another type of derivative but not a futures contract. Option A is a purchase of a stock, which is not a futures contract at all. Option D describes a deferred compensation arrangement, which is also not a futures contract.

Which of the Following Statements Is an Example of a Futures