Which of These Is the Measurement of Risk for a Collection

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of these is the measurement of risk for a collection of stocks for an investor?

• A) beta
• B) efficient market
• C) expected return
• D) portfolio beta

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Definitions:

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after becoming associated with the unconditioned stimulus, eventually comes to trigger a conditioned response.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any prior learning.

Partial Conditioner

An agent or factor that has a conditional effect, contributing to an outcome only in certain contexts or situations.

Unconditioned Responses

Automatic, natural reactions to stimuli that occur without prior learning or conditioning, such as reflex actions.