Use the Figure for the Question(s)below

question 76

Multiple Choice

Use the figure for the question(s) below.Consider the following graph of the security market line:
-Which of the following statements regarding portfolio "B" is/are correct? 1.Portfolio "B" has a positive alpha.
2.Portfolio "B" is overpriced.
3.Portfolio "B" is less risky than the market portfolio.
4.Portfolio "B" should not exist if the market portfolio is efficient.

• A)2 and 4
• B)4 only
• C)1,3,and 4
• D)1 and 4

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body goes through when exposed to prolonged stress, according to Hans Selye.

Resistance Stage

The second phase of the general adaptation syndrome, where the body adapts to a stressor with increased resistance, but at a high cost to physical and mental resources.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that the body goes through when exposed to prolonged stress, described by Hans Selye.

Alarm Phase

The initial reaction of the body's stress response, involving the activation of the sympathetic nervous system.