A Firm Wants to Hedge a Potential Transaction but Is

question 34

Multiple Choice

A firm wants to hedge a potential transaction but is also concerned about a possibility that it may not take place. In this case, it is better to hedge potential risks using

• A)forwards.
• B)futures.
• C)options.
• D)none of the above

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