Which of the Following Statements Concerning the Standard Deviation Are

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning the standard deviation are correct?
I. The greater the standard deviation,the lower the risk.
II. The standard deviation is a measure of volatility.
III. The higher the standard deviation,the less certain the rate of return in any one given year.
IV. The higher the standard deviation,the higher the expected return.

• A) I and III only
• B) II, III, and IV only
• C) I, III, and IV only
• D) I, II, and III only
• E) I, II, III, and IV

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Definitions:

Accounting Numbers

Quantitative financial data reported in the financial statements of a company, representing its economic activities.

Unsecured

Pertaining to loans or debts that are not backed by collateral, making them riskier for lenders.

Debenture

A type of debt instrument that is not secured by physical assets or collateral but is based on the issuer's creditworthiness and reputation.

Risk Premium

The additional return over the risk-free rate that an investment is expected to yield, compensating investors for taking on higher risk.