A Portfolio Comprises Cochlear (Beta of 1

question 87

Multiple Choice

A portfolio comprises Cochlear (beta of 1.2) and Westpac (beta of 0.9) . The amount invested in Cochlear is $20,000 and in Westpac is $30,000. What is the beta of the portfolio?

• A) 1.26
• B) 1.15
• C) 1.19
• D) 1.02

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