For Markets to Be in Equilibrium, That Is, for There

question 2

Multiple Choice

For markets to be in equilibrium, that is, for there to be no strong pressure for prices to depart from their current levels,

• A) The expected rate of return must be equal to the required rate of return; that is, rˆ = r.
• B) The past realized rate of return must be equal to the expected future rate of return; that is, r = rˆ .
• C) The required rate of return must equal the past realized rate of return; that is, r = r .
• D) All three of the above statements must hold for equilibrium to exist; that is rˆ = r = r .

Analyze the influence of regulatory principles on financial reporting and company operations.

Understand the role of compensation committees and their composition.

Assess how companies manage earnings and the motivations behind such actions.

Understand the challenges and controversies surrounding accounting-based incentives in executive compensation.

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