SIE Exam Question 36: Answer and Explanation

Question: 36

What is another name for an unrealized gain?

• A. Paper profit
• B. Capital gain
• C. Capital loss
• D. Hypothetical gain

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Paper profit is another name for an unrealized gain. If it was an unrealized loss, it would be called paper loss. A capital gain is a realized gain and a capital loss is a realized loss. Hypothetical gain is not a real term.