Analysts May Use Regression Analysis to Estimate the Index Model

question 27

Multiple Choice

Analysts may use regression analysis to estimate the index model for a stock. When doing so, the slope of the regression line is an estimate of

• A) the α of the asset.
• B) the β of the asset.
• C) the σ of the asset.
• D) the δ of the asset.

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Definitions:

Liabilities

Financial obligations or debts of a business that arise during the course of its operations, required to be settled over time.

Owner's Equity

The residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting liabilities, representing the capital owned by the shareholders or owner.

Cash Budget

A budget of estimated cash receipts and payments.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that summarizes a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a specific point in time, providing a basis for computing rates of return and evaluating its capital structure.