A U.S. company sells merchandise to a foreign company denominated in the foreign currency. Which of the following statements is true?
A) If the foreign currency appreciates, a foreign exchange gain will result.
B) If the foreign currency depreciates, a foreign exchange gain will result.
C) No foreign exchange gain or loss will result.
D) If the foreign currency appreciates, a foreign exchange loss will result.
E) Any gain or loss will be included in comprehensive income.

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If the foreign currency appreciates, the U.S. company will receive more in its own currency when the foreign currency is converted, resulting in a foreign exchange gain.

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