One difference between a hedger and a speculator is that the hedger?

Question

A. may have either a profit or a loss.

B. may not close out his position by taking an opposite position.

C. does not have to put up margin.

D. faces a risk without the futures contract.

Answer 1

none of the above.

Hedgers always secures his position by covering the future. therefore doesn't incur loss, if not profit. but speculators are gamblers may gain or loose.