Multiple Choice
Suppose you own a portfolio of British securities valued at about $500,000. The exchange rate is currently at $1 = £0.66. A currency contract on British pounds is set at 62,500 pounds. How many contracts must you purchase to protect at least 90% of your portfolio from exchange rate risk?
A) 6
B) 5
C) 4
D) 3
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