George Is Trying to Forecast the Future Price of IBM's

question 79

Multiple Choice

George is trying to forecast the future price of IBM's common stock. To do so he makes use only of past prices of IBM stock. George

• A)has adaptive expectations.
• B)has rational expectations.
• C)is likely to rapidly adjust his forecast to news affecting the future profitability of IBM.
• D)is likely to make forecasts that reflect closely IBM stock's fundamental value.

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