Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning Hedge Accounting

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning hedge accounting?

• A) Hedges of foreign currency firm commitments are used for future sales only.
• B) Hedges of foreign currency firm commitments are used for future purchases only.
• C) Hedges of foreign currency firm commitments are used for current sales or purchases.
• D) Hedges of foreign currency firm commitments are used for future sales or purchases.
• E) Hedges of foreign currency firm commitments are speculative in nature.

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