Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Beta measures the sensitivity of a security to market-wide risk factors.
• B)Volatility measures total risk,while beta measures only systematic risk.
• C)The beta is the expected percentage change in the excess return of the market portfolio for a 1% change in the excess return of a security.
• D)Utilities tend to be stable and highly regulated,and thus are insensitive to fluctuations in the overall market.

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Definitions:

Centralized Authority

A management structure where decision-making and direction come from a single point or very few points within the organization.

Divisional

Pertaining to a type of organizational structure where operations are segmented based on products, services, markets, or geographies, each with its own management.

Organizational Structure

Describes the way in which a company arranges its lines of authority, communications, rights, and duties.

Geographic Regions

Large areas of land distinguished by geographical features, cultural identity, or political boundaries.