What Nominal Return Was Received by an Investor When Inflation

question 39

Multiple Choice

What nominal return was received by an investor when inflation averaged 3.46% and the real rate of return was 2.5%?

• A) 0.96%
• B) 5.96%
• C) 6.05%
• D) 5.47%

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