The Steeper the Slope of the Security Market Line, The

question 176

Multiple Choice

The steeper the slope of the security market line, the:

• A) Higher the risk-free rate of return.
• B) Lower the risk-free rate of return.
• C) Higher the market beta.
• D) Higher the risk premium.
• E) Lower the risk premium.

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