A Stock That Remains Stable During Declines in the Economy

question 124

Multiple Choice

A stock that remains stable during declines in the economy is called a(n) ____________ stock.

• A) defensive
• B) cyclical
• C) growth
• D) income
• E) blue-chip

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Definitions:

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Imprinting

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Insecure Attachment

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