Task: Class Definition Understanding (ontology: Business_Finance/Financial_Industry_Business_Ontology)

Which of the following definitions best describes 'option issuer'?

A. issuer of securities that represent an ownership interest in something
B. issuer that issues securities that are excused from certain regulatory reporting requirements
C. issuer granting the rights defined in the option in exchange for some consideration
D. standardized contract terms established by a securities or options exchange or by an options clearing entity

Answer: issuer granting the rights defined in the option in exchange for some consideration