The Beta for the Market Portfolio Is Closest To

question 55

Multiple Choice

The beta for the market portfolio is closest to:

• A)1.
• B)0.
• C)Unable to answer this question without knowing the market's expected return.
• D)Unable to answer this question without knowing the market's volatility.

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