Which One of the Following Is Not True About Balanced

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not true about balanced funds?

• A) Such funds are portfolios of mortgage securities and preferred stock.
• B) The proportions of stocks and bonds determine the level of return for each fund.
• C) They typically generate a higher proportion of income than growth and income funds and are less volatile.
• D) Investors who have a few more years to retirement and are typically in their early 50s are attracted to such funds.

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Heredity

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