Which One of the Following Would Indicate a Portfolio Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following would indicate a portfolio is being effectively diversified?

• A)An increase in the portfolio beta
• B)A decrease in the portfolio beta
• C)An increase in the portfolio rate of return
• D)An increase in the portfolio standard deviation
• E)A decrease in the portfolio standard deviation

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Definitions:

Haploid Egg

An egg cell that contains a single set of chromosomes, typical in many sexually reproducing organisms for the purpose of fertilization.

Diploid Sperm

Sperm cells that contain two sets of chromosomes, which is abnormal and can lead to fertility issues.

Direct Fitness

The reproductive success of an individual based on the number of offspring it directly produces and supports to adulthood.

Alarm-Calling

A behavior in which animals emit specific vocalizations to warn conspecifics of potential danger or predators.