If the Standard Deviation of the Annual Returns (σ )

question 55

Multiple Choice

If the standard deviation of the annual returns (σ ) on the asset is 40%, and the time interval is a year, then the upside change is equal to:

• A) 88.2%
• B) 8.7%
• C) 63.2%
• D) 49.18%

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