Standard Deviation Is an Important Concept in Portfolio Theory Because

question 119

Multiple Choice

Standard deviation is an important concept in portfolio theory because:

• A)it is a measure of risk for a stock when it is held on a stand-alone basis.
• B)it is a measure of risk for a stock when it is held in a diversified portfolio.
• C)it is a measure of the variability of a stock's return.
• D)Both a. and c. are correct
• E)All of the above are correct

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