In a Particular Model, the Sum of the Squared Residuals

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In a particular model, the sum of the squared residuals was 847. If the model had 5 independent variables, and the data set contained 40 points, the value of the standard error of the estimate is 24.911.

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Active Management

Attempts to achieve portfolio returns more than commensurate with risk, either by forecasting broad market trends or by identifying mispriced sectors of a market or particular securities.

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Mutual funds that automatically adjust their asset mix towards more conservative investments as the target date (usually retirement) approaches.

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