Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Dow Jones Industrial

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is false?

• A)The DJIA is a measure of the performance of the stock market.
• B)The DJIA consists of 30 blue chip stocks.
• C)The DJIA is affected equally by changes in low- and high-priced stocks.
• D)The DJIA divisor needs to be adjusted for stock splits.

---

Definitions:

Homer Simpson

A fictional character from the animated television series "The Simpsons," known for his humorous ineptitude and simplistic approach to life.

Feminization of Poverty

The phenomenon where women are more likely than men to live in poverty, often due to wage gaps, single motherhood, and a lack of access to well-paid jobs.

Gendered Health Issues

Health problems specifically related to or more prevalent in one gender due to biological, social, and cultural factors.

Life Expectancy

The average number of years an individual or a population is expected to live based on statistical analysis, reflecting overall health conditions and quality of life in a given area.