If the Standard Deviation of Returns on the Market Is

question 6

Multiple Choice

If the standard deviation of returns on the market is 20 percent, and the beta of a well-diversified portfolio is 1.5, calculate the standard deviation of this portfolio.

• A)30 percent.
• B)20 percent.
• C)15 percent.
• D)10 percent.

Calculate the net present value (NPV) of an investment to determine its financial viability.

Explain the concept of the simple rate of return and its use in evaluating investment performance.

Distinguish between cash operating costs and non-operating costs in investment appraisal.

Evaluate investment projects based on various financial metrics including IRR, NPV, and simple rate of return.

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