A Portfolio's Risk Is Measured by the Weighted Average of the Standard

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A portfolio's risk is measured by the weighted average of the standard deviations of the securities in the portfolio.It is this aspect of portfolios that allows investors to combine stocks and thus reduce the riskiness of their portfolios.

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Definitions:

Articular Cartilage

A smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints.

Plantar Flexion

The movement of the foot that increases the angle between the sole of the foot and the back of the leg, like pointing the toes.

Dorsiflexion

The movement that elevates the foot upwards towards the shin, decreasing the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg.

Circumduction

A circular movement of a limb or eye where the end follows a circular path.