The Standard Deviation of the Returns on the S&P 500

question 4

Multiple Choice

The standard deviation of the returns on the S&P 500 from 1996 to 2005 is closest to:

• A) 19.5%
• B) 20.5%
• C) 3.8%
• D) 8.8%

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Definitions:

Nasal Cavity

The large air space behind the nose, involved in breathing and smelling, lined with a mucous membrane.

Cleft Palate

A congenital defect resulting in a split in the roof of the mouth due to incomplete fusion during pregnancy.

Palatine Processes

These are horizontal extensions of the maxillary bones that form the anterior three-quarters of the hard palate.

Maxilla

The paired upper jawbones that form the foundations of the middle face, supporting the upper teeth and playing key roles in breathing, eating, and speaking.