Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) Dividing the covariance by the volatilities ensures that correlation is always between -1 and +1.
• B) Volatility is the square root of variance.
• C) The closer the correlation is to 0, the more the returns tend to move together as a result of common risk.
• D) If two stocks move together, their returns will tend to be above or below average at the same time, and the covariance will be positive.

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Definitions:

Beginning Equity

The value of an owner's interest in a company at the start of an accounting period.

Revenues

The total amount of money generated by a company from its business activities, such as sales of goods or services, before any expenses are subtracted.

Operating Activity

Transactions related to the primary activities of a business, such as purchasing inventory, selling goods or services, and paying salaries.

Financing Activity

Transactions related to raising or repaying capital, such as issuing stocks or borrowing loans.