The Volatility of Stock Prices,particularly in the Short-Run,may,according to Professor

question 61

Multiple Choice

The volatility of stock prices,particularly in the short-run,may,according to Professor S.Grossman,be due to

• A) large numbers of stockholders fearful of losing wealth who sell at some predetermined level.
• B) some traders being better informed than others about real financial conditions.
• C) either or both of the above.
• D) the increasing use of stock options as compensation for corporate executives.

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