Compute the Standard Deviation of Kohl's Monthly Returns

question 45

Multiple Choice

Compute the standard deviation of Kohl's monthly returns. The past five monthly returns for Kohl's are 5.55 percent, 8.62 percent, -4.44 percent, -1.52 percent, and 9.75 percent.

• A)4.92 percent
• B)5.07 percent
• C)6.28 percent
• D)6.12 percent

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