Which Statement Is Most Accurate Regarding Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which statement is most accurate regarding inclusion and exclusion criteria?

• A) These criteria are not needed when the population being studied is composed of events.
• B) These criteria serve to ensure that the characteristics of the sample and the population are congruent.
• C) Inclusion criteria are used to define the independent variables, and exclusion criteria are used to define dependent variables.
• D) Inclusion criteria are used to define the dependent variables, and exclusion criteria are used to define independent variables.

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Definitions:

Beta

An indicator of the level of fluctuation, or inherent risk, of an asset or collection of assets relative to the overall market.

Zero-Investment Portfolio

A portfolio of zero net value, established by buying and shorting component securities, usually in the context of an arbitrage strategy.

Positive Expected Return

A projection that an investment will yield a return above the initial outlay.

Risk-Free Arbitrage

The practice of profiting from price differences in different markets or forms without risk.