Essentials Of Investments
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The entity sold its inventory to a foreign entity with credit term of n/60. On the 60th day from invoice, the entity accepted the $200 payment from a client. It converted this amount on the spot rate. The entity's approach to the foreign exchange risk is
A. Avoidance
B. Mitigation
C. Acceptance
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