If in an Efficient Market All Prices Are Correct and Reflect

question 76

Multiple Choice

If in an efficient market all prices are correct and reflect market fundamentals,which of the following is a false statement?

• A) A stock that has done poorly in the past is more likely to do well in the future.
• B) One investment is as good as any other because the securities' prices are correct.
• C) A security's price reflects all available information about the intrinsic value of the security.
• D) Security prices can be used by managers to assess their cost of capital accurately.

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Definitions:

Legal Contract

A binding agreement between two or more parties, enforceable by law, that specifies and regulates the rights and duties of the parties involved.

Bondholder

An investor or owner of bonds issued by corporations or governments, entitled to receive interest payments and the principal amount at maturity.

Semiannual Interest

Interest calculated and paid twice a year on investments or loans.

Bond Discount

The difference when the market value of a bond falls below its original principal amount or face value.