USE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM(S)

question 65

Multiple Choice

USE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM(S)
Assume that during the past year the consumer price index increased by 1.5 percent and the securities listed below returned the following nominal rates of return.

-Refer to Exhibit 1.5. What are the real rates of return for each of these securities?

• A) 4.29% and 6.32%
• B) 1.23% and 4.29%
• C) 3.20% and 6.32%
• D) 1.23% and 3.20%
• E) 3.75% and 5.75%

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Definitions:

Menarche

The first occurrence of menstruation in a person's life, marking the onset of reproductive capability.

Y Chromosome

The sex chromosome typically found only in males. When paired with an X chromosome from the mother, it produces a male child.

X Chromosome

The sex chromosome found in both males and females. Females typically have two X chromosomes; males typically have one. An X chromosome from each parent produces a female child.

Menarche

The first occurrence of menstruation in a person, signaling the beginning of reproductive capability.