Consider the One-Factor APT

question 56

Multiple Choice

Consider the one-factor APT. The variance of returns on the factor portfolio is 9. The beta of a well-diversified portfolio on the factor is 1.25. The variance of returns on the well-diversified portfolio is approximately

• A) 3.6.
• B) 6.0.
• C) 7.3.
• D) 14.1.

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Definitions:

Tariff

A tax imposed on imported goods, designed to protect domestic industries by making foreign products more expensive.

Domestic Price

The cost of goods or services within a country’s borders, as opposed to international or foreign prices.

Quantity Demanded

The total amount of a good or service that consumers are willing to purchase at a given price over a specific time period.

Tariff

is a tax imposed by a government on goods and services imported from other countries to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.