Based on the Historic Evidence, Which of the Following Is

question 30

Multiple Choice

Based on the historic evidence, which of the following is the most supported reason for adding gold to a portfolio of U.S. stocks?

• A) To increase the portfolio's expected return.
• B) To reduce the portfolio's risk.
• C) To increase the portfolio's expected return and reduce its risk.
• D) To increase the portfolio's expected return and maintain its risk.

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