A Floating Rate Bond Has a Reasonably Stable Price, but Actual

question 15

True/False

A floating rate bond has a reasonably stable price, but actual interest payments received change often over the life of the bond.

Understand the concept of the Security Market Line and its implications for security pricing.

Differentiate between systematic and unsystematic risk, including their effects on portfolio diversification.

Explain the impact of market risk premium changes on the slope and position of the Security Market Line.

Understand the effects of portfolio adjustments on beta and portfolio expected return.

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