We Routinely Assume That Investors Are Risk-Averse Return-Seekers; I

question 60

Essay

We routinely assume that investors are risk-averse return-seekers; i.e.,they like returns and dislike risk.If so,why do we contend that only systematic risk and not total risk is important?

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