Marcus Puts a Greater Proportion of His Portfolio into Government

question 56

Multiple Choice

Marcus puts a greater proportion of his portfolio into government bonds. Marcus's action

• A)increases both risk and the average rate of return.
• B)decreases both risk and the average rate of return.
• C)increases risk, but decreases the average rate of return.
• D)decreases risk, but increases the average rate of return.

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