Over the 1957-2005 Period, the Standard Deviation of Returns for Canadian

question 32

Multiple Choice

Over the 1957-2005 period, the standard deviation of returns for Canadian common stocks has averaged _________ per year.

• A) 3.27%
• B) 8.67%
• C) 9.27%
• D) 16.17%
• E) 33.27%

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Definitions:

Domestic Investment

Financial expenditures within a country on capital goods that will be used for future production, such as buildings, machinery, and equipment.

Goods and Services

Physical products and intangible acts or performances offered in the market for consumption.

Exchange Rate

The measurement of one currency's value against another.

Appreciated

An increase in the value of an asset over time.