A Stock Had Returns of 8%, 14%, and 2% for the Past

question 50

Multiple Choice

A stock had returns of 8%, 14%, and 2% for the past three years. Based on these returns, what is the probability that this stock will earn at least 20% in any one given year?

• A) 0.5%
• B) 1.0%
• C) 2.3%
• D) 5.0%
• E) 16.0%

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Definitions:

Molecular Orbitals

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β-carotene

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Conjugated

Refers to a system in organic chemistry where alternating single and multiple bonds result in enhanced stability and unique reactivity.

Carbocation Intermediate

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