In Portfolio Theory, What Is the Definition of an "Optimal

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Essay

In portfolio theory, what is the definition of an "optimal" portfolio of risky assets if we assume that no such thing as a riskless asset exists? That is, what are the characteristics that define, or the criteria that determine, such a portfolio?) Now answer this same question under the assumption that there does exist a riskless asset and state how you could identify the optimal portfolio. Be complete, defining any specialized terms you employ.

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Definitions:

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Variable manufacturing overhead includes expenses that fluctuate with production levels, such as materials and utility costs directly associated with manufacturing.

Fixed Manufacturing Overhead

Costs that do not vary with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance for manufacturing facilities.

Direct Labor-Hours

The collective number of hours that employees, who are directly engaged in the production of a good or the provision of a service, have worked.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Costs that vary with manufacturing output, including items like indirect materials and utilities required for production processes.