Use the Table for the Question(s)below

question 103

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Consider the following expected returns,volatilities,and correlations:
-The volatility of a portfolio that is equally invested in Duke Energy and Microsoft is closest to:

• A)8%.
• B)9%.
• C)11%.
• D)6%.

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