Which of the Following Could Explain an Increase in the Interest

question 251

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could explain an increase in the interest rate and a decrease in the equilibrium quantity of loanable funds?

• A)The demand for loanable funds shifted right.
• B)The demand for loanable funds shifted left.
• C)The supply of loanable funds shifted right.
• D)The supply of loanable funds shifted left.

Recognize the principle of diversification and its effects on portfolio risk.

Identify the factors that cause shifts in the Security Market Line (SML) and understand the implications of such shifts.

Calculate portfolio betas and understand the impact of portfolio composition changes on its beta.

Apply the concept of beta to determine the risk profile of stocks and portfolios in relation to the market.

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