The Risk-Free Rate Is 4

question 84

Multiple Choice

The risk-free rate is 4.35 percent. What is the expected risk premium on this security given the following information?

• A) 6.09 percent
• B) 6.54 percent
• C) 7.65 percent
• D) 7.87 percent
• E) 8.15 percent

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