A Reward-To-Volatility Ratio Is Useful In

question 19

Multiple Choice

A reward-to-volatility ratio is useful in:

• A)measuring the standard deviation of returns.
• B)understanding how returns increase relative to risk increases.
• C)analyzing returns on variable rate bonds.
• D)assessing the effects of inflation.
• E)none of the above.

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