Assume That the Forward Rate Is Used to Forecast the Spot

question 82

Multiple Choice

Assume that the forward rate is used to forecast the spot rate. The forward rate of the Canadian dollar contains a 6% discount. Today's spot rate of the Canadian dollar is $.80. The spot rate forecasted for one year ahead is:

• A) $.860.
• B) $.848.
• C) $.740.
• D) $.752.
• E) none of the above

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