Use the Table for the Question(s)below

question 47

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Consider the following probability distribution of returns for Alpha Corporation:
-Suppose an investment is equally likely to have a 35% return or a -20% return.The standard deviation on the return for this investment is closest to:

• A)38.9%.
• B)0%.
• C)19.4%.
• D)27.5%.

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