How Does Arbitrage Differ from Speculation

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Multiple Choice

How does arbitrage differ from speculation?

• A)Speculation, unlike arbitrage, is never used to protect against risk.
• B)A speculator buys or sells foreign currency with the hope that that currency will either weaken or strengthen in the future, resulting in a profit.
• C)Speculation is the purchase of foreign currency on one market for the immediate resale on another market.
• D)Arbitrage is another way to speculate for profit or protect against risk.

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