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A manufacturer enters into a cash flow hedge using a derivative to lock in the price of aluminum for next year's production. The derivative gains $10,000 in value by year-end, but the aluminum hasn't been purchased yet.

How is this $10,000 gain recorded?

  1. Recognized immediately as 'Hedge Income' in the current year's Net Income.
  2. Recorded in Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) to be deferred until the aluminum is used.
  3. As a reduction in the current 'Inventory' balance on the balance sheet.
  4. As a 'Deferred Tax Asset' representing a future benefit.

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