A Star Is Given a Designation of Alpha Draconis and Thus

question 100

Multiple Choice

A star is given a designation of Alpha Draconis and thus apparently it is the _______________ in the constellation.

• A)brightest
• B)second brightest
• C)third brightest
• D)fourth brightest

Understand and calculate the excess return on risk-free securities.

Calculate arithmetic return on investments.

Calculate and understand the concept of real rate of return.

Understand the significance of standard deviation in the context of investment returns.

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