A Stock Has a Geometric Average Return of 14

question 93

Multiple Choice

A stock has a geometric average return of 14.6 percent and an arithmetic average return of 15.5 percent based on the last 33 years.What is the estimated average rate of return for the next 6 years based on Blume's formula?

• A)14.79 percent
• B)14.96 percent
• C)15.28 percent
• D)15.36 percent
• E)15.42 percent

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Definitions:

Net Present Value

A method used to evaluate the profitability of an investment, calculating the difference between the present value of cash inflows and outflows over a period.

Discount Rate

The interest rate used in discounted cash flow (DCF) analyses to determine the present value of future cash flows.

Payback Period

The period needed to recoup the expenses of an investment.

Scrap Value

The estimated residual value of a fixed asset at the end of its useful life, often considered when calculating depreciation.