The Critical Variable in the Determination of the Success of the Active

question 31

Multiple Choice

The critical variable in the determination of the success of the active portfolio is

• A) alpha/systematic risk.
• B) alpha/nonsystematic risk.
• C) gamma/systematic risk.
• D) gamma/nonsystematic risk.

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Definitions:

Direct Method

In cost accounting, a technique that allocates service department costs directly to producing departments without considering any services rendered between service departments.

Administrative Costs

All executive, organizational, and clerical costs associated with the general management of an organization rather than with manufacturing or selling.

Facilities Costs

Facilities costs are the expenses associated with the physical locations where business operations occur, including maintenance, utilities, and rent.

Direct Method

A cash flow statement preparation method that lists specific sources of operating cash inflows and uses of cash outflows, as opposed to the indirect method.