Which One of the Following Had the Smallest Standard Deviation

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following had the smallest standard deviation of returns for the period 1926-2009?

• A) large-company stocks
• B) small-company stocks
• C) long-term government bonds
• D) intermediate-term government bonds
• E) long-term corporate bonds

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Definitions:

Procedural Fairness

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Input/Outcome Ratio

is a concept in equity theory that refers to an individual's perception of the fairness of their work input compared to the outcomes or rewards they receive.

Procedural Unfairness

The perception that the processes used to make decisions or resolve disputes are unjust, biased, or lacking in transparency.

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