Answer: the difference between the exchange rate on the date of repatriation and the exchange rate used to translate the branch's pretax income.
Step-by-step explanation:
Repatriation simply means converting of foreign currencies into local ones. Earning of income in foreign currencies, by a comoany are typically subject to risk regarding foreign exchange which could bring about a loss.
It should be noted that the exchange gain or loss on repatriated funds from a foreign branch is calculated when the nominal amount of the funds is multiplied by the difference between the exchange rate on the date of repatriation and the exchange rate used to translate the branch's pretax income.