Stocks A, B, and C Are Similar in Some Respects

question 10

Multiple Choice

Stocks A, B, and C are similar in some respects: Each has an expected return of 10% and a standard deviation of 25%.Stocks A and B have returns that are independent of one another; i.e., their correlation coefficient, r, equals zero.Stocks A and C have returns that are negatively correlated with one another; i.e., r is less than 0.Portfolio AB is a portfolio with half of its money invested in Stock A and half in Stock B.Portfolio AC is a portfolio with half of its money invested in Stock A and half invested in Stock C.Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

• A) Portfolio AC has an expected return that is greater than 25%.
• B) Portfolio AB has a standard deviation that is greater than 25%.
• C) Portfolio AB has a standard deviation that is equal to 25%.
• D) Portfolio AC has a standard deviation that is less than 25%.
• E) Portfolio AC has an expected return that is less than 10%.

Explain the importance of Fromm's character orientations in understanding human behavior.

Discuss the relevance of mother fixation within Fromm's theory.

Evaluate the significance of close relationships through the lens of Fromm's theory.

Compare Fromm's needs with those proposed by Rogers and Maslow.

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Definitions:

FOB Shipping Point

A shipping term indicating that the buyer assumes all costs and risks of loss or damage to the goods once they are shipped by the seller.

Ending Inventory

The total value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated as the beginning inventory plus purchases minus cost of goods sold.

Delivery Expense

The cost incurred by a company to transport its goods to customers, including freight and shipping fees.

Merchandising Business

A type of business that purchases goods for resale to customers at a profit, primarily selling products rather than services.