If Markets Are in Equilibrium,which of the Following Conditions Will

question 1

Multiple Choice

If markets are in equilibrium,which of the following conditions will exist?

• A) Each stock's expected return should equal its realized return as seen by the marginal investor.
• B) Each stock's expected return should equal its required return as seen by the marginal investor.
• C) All stocks should have the same expected return as seen by the marginal investor.
• D) The expected and required returns on stocks and bonds should be equal.
• E) All stocks should have the same realized return during the coming year.

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Definitions:

Simple Structure

An organizational design characterized by a low degree of departmentalization, wide spans of control, centralized authority, and minimal formalization.

Centralized Organization

A management structure where decision-making authority is concentrated at the top levels of the organization.

Horizontal Decentralization

A management strategy where decision-making authority is distributed across various levels within the organization, often to improve responsiveness and innovation.

Machine Bureaucracy

A highly structured, formal organization model characterized by a clear hierarchy, rigid rules, and a focus on efficiency and predictability.