To Reduce the Risk of Investing in an Individual Stock

question 310

Multiple Choice

To reduce the risk of investing in an individual stock, an ownership position in many different companies can be achieved by purchasing shares in a(n)

• A) indexed security.
• B) mutual fund.
• C) diversification bond.
• D) stock cooperative.

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Definitions:

HVAC System

An acronym for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, which provides heating and cooling to residential and commercial buildings.

Dirt

Loose or packed soil or earth; in a mechanical context, it can refer to unwanted particulate matter that can cause wear or contamination.

Malfunctioning Thermostat

A defective device that fails to regulate temperature properly, leading to heating or cooling systems operating erratically.

Refrigerant Pressure

The pressure of the refrigerant within an HVAC system or refrigeration cycle, crucial for the efficient cooling of air or refrigerated spaces.