The British pound futures contract is for 62,500 pounds. The futures exchange rate today on the pound is $1.51 and later in 60 days goes up to $1.55. If you purchased futures contracts taking a long position to hedge against a rise in the British pound for a payment of 62,500 pounds in two months, how much would you gain or lose on the futures contract position?
A) Gain of $417
B) Gain of $2,500
C) Loss of $2,500
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