Which of the Following Is the Biggest Factor Explaining the Variation

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the biggest factor explaining the variation in returns to individual stocks and stock portfolios?

• A) Aggregate market movements
• B) Beta
• C) Standard deviation
• D) Financial risk

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