Which One of the Following Is the Primary Purpose of the Value-At-Risk

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is the primary purpose of the Value-at-Risk computation?

• A) determine the 99 percent probability range given an abnormal distribution
• B) evaluate the risk-return tradeoff for a given mix of securities
• C) evaluate the probability of a significant loss
• D) determine the portfolio that maximizes the risk premium per unit of total risk
• E) determine the portfolio that maximizes the excess return per unit of systematic risk

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Definitions:

Book Value

The net value of a company's assets, as recorded on the balance sheet, minus liabilities and intangible assets like goodwill.

Source Of Cash

Refers to the origination of funds in a business, which could include operations, financing activities, or investment activities.

After-Tax

The amount of income or profit remaining after all taxes have been deducted.

Capital Budgeting

The process a business undertakes to evaluate potential major projects or investments.