Compute the Standard Deviation Given These Four Economic States, Their

question 2

Multiple Choice

Compute the standard deviation given these four economic states, their likelihoods, and the potential returns: Economic State
Probability
Return
Fast Growth
0) 35
40%
Slow Growth
0) 45
10%
Recession
0) 10
-10%
Depression
0) 10
-100%

• A)7.5 percent
• B)12.65 percent
• C)39.48 percent
• D)113.69 percent

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Definitions:

Conversion Theory

The explanation that people are influenced by a minority because the minority’s distinctive position better captures their attention.

Reciprocity

The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit, especially privileges or favors granted by one country or organization to another.

Stanford Prison Experiment

A controversial psychological study conducted in 1971, simulating a prison environment to investigate the effects of perceived power, behavior, and authority.

Cultural Expectations

The norms and values that a society or community holds, which guide and shape the behavior and attitudes of its members.