The Abnormal Return Due to an Event Is Estimated as the Difference

question 24

Multiple Choice

The abnormal return due to an event is estimated as the difference between

• A)the stock's actual return and stock's expected return.
• B)the stock's actual return and the risk-free rate.
• C)the stock's expected return and a benchmark.
• D)the stock's actual return and a benchmark.

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Definitions:

Deception

The act of misleading or tricking someone into believing something that is not true as part of a psychological experiment or study.

True Purpose

is the actual objective or intended goal behind an action, study, or endeavor, often as opposed to what is stated or apparent.

Informed Consent

The process by which researchers provide potential participants with all relevant information about a study before they agree to participate, ensuring that participation is voluntary.

Elaborate Deception

A method used in psychological research where detailed lies are told to participants to manipulate their behavior without them being aware of the true purpose of the experiment.