Using Expected Value (EV) with Decision Trees Is Totally Appropriate

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Using expected value (EV) with decision trees is totally appropriate for situations where one outcome could lead to an immense loss for the company.

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Definitions:

Standard Deviation

A statistical measure of the dispersion or variability in a set of data points, often used in finance to quantify the volatility of an investment.

Return

The increase or decrease in value of an investment during a set period, represented as a percentage of the investment's starting price.

S&P/TSX Composite Index

A market index representing the performance of the Canadian stock market, compiled by the Standard & Poor’s company.

Diversifiable Risks

Risks associated with individual investments that can be reduced or eliminated through portfolio diversification.