Ratio Spread Adjustments

Step 1: Cover The Spread

When the debit spread portion of the trade can be closed for near max profit, the debit spread portion can be sold while holding the additional short option. 

Step 2: Roll Out The Extra Short

If the trader wants to extend duration on the position, the short option can be rolled to the next month.

Step 3: Sell Opposing Option Against it

Becomes a strangle

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