Use the Table for the Question(s)below

question 41

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Consider the following average annual returns:
-What is the excess return for the S&P 500?

• A)5.7%
• B)7.0%
• C)0%
• D)8.4%

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Definitions:

Geographic Area

A specified region or space defined for purposes of geography, demography, or jurisdiction.

Occupational Group

A category of jobs that involve similar tasks, require similar skills, and are often found within the same industry or sector.

Annual Increase

Annual increase often refers to the yearly raise in salary or wages given to employees based on performance, seniority, or inflation adjustments.

External Equity

In compensation refers to comparisons made by employees to others employed by different organizations performing similar jobs.