The Risk Associated with Dispersion Around an Expected Value (E

question 37

Multiple Choice

The risk associated with dispersion around an expected value (e.g., expected return) is measured by the​

• A) ​beta coefficient
• B) ​range (i.e., high‑low values)
• C) ​standard deviation
• D) ​debt to total assets (i.e., the debt ratio)

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