Average Linkage Is a Measure of Calculating Dissimilarity Between Clusters

question 31

Multiple Choice

Average linkage is a measure of calculating dissimilarity between clusters by:

• A) considering only the two most dissimilar observations in the two clusters.
• B) computing the average dissimilarity between every pair of observations between the two clusters.
• C) considering only the two closest observations in the two clusters.
• D) considering the distance between the cluster centroids.

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Calculate the yield to maturity for various bonds.

Understand the concept and calculation of invoice price.

Recognize the implications and interpretations of bond ratings.

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