If in an Efficient Market All Prices Are Correct and Reflect

question 76

Multiple Choice

If in an efficient market all prices are correct and reflect market fundamentals,which of the following is a false statement?

• A) A stock that has done poorly in the past is more likely to do well in the future.
• B) One investment is as good as any other because the securities' prices are correct.
• C) A security's price reflects all available information about the intrinsic value of the security.
• D) Security prices can be used by managers to assess their cost of capital accurately.

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Definitions:

Persuasion

The process of influencing someone's beliefs, attitudes, intentions, motivations, or behaviors.

Argument

An argument is a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong, often leading to a discussion or debate.

Large Request

A significant demand or query that may require substantial resources or effort to fulfill.

Small Request

A technique in persuasion and social psychology that involves asking for a minor initial request in order to increase the likelihood of compliance with a larger request later.