Which of the Following Formulas Is Incorrect

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following formulas is incorrect?

• A) Variance of an equally Weighted Portfolio = (1 - )(Average Variance of Individual Stocks) + (Average covariance between the stocks)
• B) Variance of a portfolio =
• C) Variance of a portfolio =
• D) Variance of a portfolio =

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Definitions:

Simple Rate Of Return

A financial metric that calculates the return on an investment without considering the time value of money, focusing on annual income and initial investment cost.

Straight-Line Depreciation

A method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life in equal annual amounts, making for a simple depreciation calculation.

Proposed Investment

A prospective asset or capital outlay under consideration for its potential to generate income or appreciate in value.

Simple Rate Of Return

A calculation that measures the percentage return on an investment or project, not accounting for the complexity of interest compounding.