Which of the Following Assets Cannot Lie on the Markowitz

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following assets cannot lie on the Markowitz efficient frontier?

• A) Expected return = 16 percent; Standard deviation = 62 percent
• B) Expected return = 13 percent; Standard deviation = 45 percent
• C) Expected return = 9 percent; Standard deviation = 36 percent
• D) Expected return = 11 percent; Standard deviation = 47 percent
• E) All of the assets could lie on the Markowitz efficient frontier.

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Definitions:

Baroreceptors

Pressure-sensitive sensory neurons located mainly in the carotid sinus and aortic arch, which help regulate blood pressure.

Aortic Arch

The curved portion at the top of the aorta, which gives rise to the major arteries supplying the head, neck, and upper limbs.

Brachiocephalic Trunk

A major blood vessel that arises from the aortic arch and supplies blood to the right arm and the head and neck.

Subclavian Artery

A pair of major arteries located bilaterally, beneath the clavicle, responsible for supplying blood to the upper limbs, neck, and brain.