A Stock Portfolio Containing 80% Common Stocks Is Most Likely

question 170

Multiple Choice

A stock portfolio containing 80% common stocks is most likely to be appropriate for

• A) a retired couple who needs a high return
• B) a divorced middle-aged mother who needs a high return
• C) a blue-collar,two-income family with five kids
• D) a young single worker putting money aside for retirement
• E) a portfolio with 80% in common stocks is not suitable for anyone under any circumstances

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