On October 1, 2011, Eagle Company Forecasts the Purchase of Inventory

question 21

Multiple Choice

On October 1, 2011, Eagle Company forecasts the purchase of inventory from a British supplier on February 1, 2012, at a price of 100,000 British pounds. On October 1, 2011, Eagle pays $1,800 for a three-month call option on 100,000 pounds with a strike price of $2.00 per pound. The option is considered to be a cash flow hedge of a forecasted foreign currency transaction. On December 31, 2011, the option has a fair value of $1,600. The following spot exchange rates apply:

What is the amount of Cost of Goods Sold for 2012 as a result of these transactions?

• A) $200,000.
• B) $195,000.
• C) $201,000.
• D) $202,600.
• E) $203,000.

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Definitions:

Diamond/Water Paradox

A paradox stating that (1) the things with the greatest value in use frequently have little or no value in exchange and (2) the things with the greatest value in exchange frequently have little or no value in use.

Value in Use

The utility of a product based on its ability to fulfill the needs of the user.

Value in Exchange

The worth of a good or service in comparison to other goods or services in the context of trade or commerce.

Marginal Utility

The extra pleasure or advantage gained from using an additional unit of a product or service.