Explain What Dollar Cost Averaging Is and Why an Investor

question 92

Essay

Explain what dollar cost averaging is and why an investor would use the technique.

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Definitions:

Vertical Axis

In a graph or chart, the y-axis, which typically measures the variable that is dependent on another variable measured along the horizontal axis.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how a consumer ranks different bundles of goods based on their level of satisfaction.

Corn Chips

Snack foods made from cornmeal and fried or baked in oil.

Corn Chips

Snack food made from cornmeal fried or baked in oil, often seasoned, known for their crunchiness and popular as a party snack.