Val Wants to Invest in a Fund Whose Primary Objective

question 72

Multiple Choice

Val wants to invest in a fund whose primary objective is to conserve principal, provide income, and provide long-term growth. Which of the following will best meet her needs?

• A) Cyclical funds
• B) Balanced funds
• C) Junk bond funds
• D) Midcap funds
• E) Short-term corporate bond funds

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Definitions:

Invested Assets

Resources such as securities and properties that an individual or company has allocated funds towards with the expectation of generating income or profit.

Minimum Return

Minimum return refers to the lowest acceptable profit or benefit that an investor expects to achieve from an investment, considering the associated risks and opportunity costs.

Gross Profit

The difference between sales revenue and the cost of goods sold, before deducting overheads, taxes, interest, and other expenses.

Income from Operations

Profit generated from a company's regular business operations, excluding deductions of interest and taxes.