Black-scholes model-what is the value of call option

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Black-Scholes Model (LO2, CFA2) What is the value of a call option if the underlying stock price is $84, the strike price is $80, the underlying stock volatility is 42 percent, and the risk-free rate is 4 percent? Assume the option has 135 days to expiration.

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