The CAPM Computes Expected Rates of Return on Common Equity

question 42

Essay

The CAPM computes expected rates of return on common equity capital using the following model:
E[REⱼ] = E[RF] + ⱼ x {E[RM] - E[RF]}
What are the roles of each of the three components of this model?

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Definitions:

Working Model

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Abstract or physical representations used by engineers to test, analyze, and solve complex problems.

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