Which of the Following Is true of the Various Market

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the various market index series?

• A) A low correlation exists between the U.S. indexes and those of Japan.
• B) The NYSE series have higher rates of return and risk measures than the AMEX and OTC series.
• C) A low correlation exists between alternative series that include almost all NYSE stocks.
• D) A low correlation exists between alternative bond series.
• E) None of the above

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