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An exporter expects USD 1,00,000 in 60 days. To hedge transaction exposure most simply:
ABuy USD forward 60 days at the current forward rate
BTake long USD/INR call option position
CBuy USD spot and roll the funds for 60 days
DSell USD forward 60 days at the current forward rate
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Sell USD forward 60 days at the current forward rate
1. Identify what the question asks: this concept maps to exportforward (§10.1).
2. Apply the framework or formula relevant to the topic.
3. Eliminate distractors and arrive at the correct option (D).
_Source: ICAI BoS CA Final Paper 2, Ch 10 "Foreign Exchange Exposure and Risk Management"_
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