Use the Following Information to Answer the Question(s) Below

question 45

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer the question(s) below.

Rearden Metal imports ore from South America. Assume that it is 2016 and Rearden Metal is worried that the South American mines may enter into a long-term contract with the Chinese to sell all of their ore output to China, hence cutting off Rearden Metal's supply. In the event of such a contract with the Chinese, Rearden Metal will face much higher costs for its raw materials causing its operating profits to decline substantially and its marginal tax rate to fall from its current level of 35% down to 10%. An insurance firm has agreed to write a trade insurance policy that will pay Rearden Metal $2,500,000 in the event of the South American supply of ore being cut off. The chance of the South American supply being cut off is estimated to be 20%, with a beta of -2.0. The risk-free rate of interest is 4% and the return on the market is estimated to be 12%.

-The actuarially fair premium for this insurance policy is closest to:

• A)$417,000.
• B)$446,000.
• C)$500,000.
• D)$568,000.

Recognize the significant factors contributing to the rise in African American public officials.

Understand the process and importance of monitoring campaign finance.

Comprehend the procedural steps required to amend the Constitution, specifically in relation to abolishing the Electoral College.

Recognize the states' role in electing members of the Electoral College and the implications for presidential elections.

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Definitions:

Chinese Imports

Goods or services brought into a country from China for sale.

U.S. Producers

U.S. Producers refer to individuals or entities engaged in the creation or manufacturing of goods and services within the United States.

Tariff

A tax imposed by a government on goods and services imported from other countries, used to restrict trade, as it increases the cost of imported goods and services, making them less competitive within the domestic market.

Canadian Tariff

A tax imposed by the Canadian government on imported goods to protect domestic industries or to generate revenue.