Analysts May Use Regression Analysis to Estimate the Index Model

question 59

Multiple Choice

Analysts may use regression analysis to estimate the index model for a stock. When doing so, the intercept 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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