Consider the Following Two Investment Alternatives

question 43

Multiple Choice

Consider the following two investment alternatives.First,a risky portfolio that pays 20% rate of return with a probability of 60% or 5% with a probability of 40%.Second,a treasury bill that pays 6%.If you invest $50,000 in the risky portfolio,your expected profit would be _________.

• A) $3,000
• B) $7,000
• C) $7,500
• D) $10,000

Recognize barriers to training transfer and strategies to overcome them.

Understand the role of motivation, self-efficacy, and goal orientation in the transfer of training.

Comprehend the importance of organizational outcomes such as vertical and far transfer in training effectiveness.

Identify the significance of post-training interventions and strategies (e.g., booster sessions, self-coaching) in supporting training transfer.

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Definitions:

Present Value

The here and now worth of a future financial sum or cash inflow sequences, discounted at a defined rate of return.

Growing Annuity

A series of regular payments that grow at a consistent rate over time, commonly used in retirement and investment calculations.

Rate of Return

Earnings or losses seen on an investment during a fixed interval, presented as a percentage of the investment's first cost.

Compounded Monthly

Indicates that interest is calculated and added to the principal balance of an investment or loan on a monthly basis, leading to exponential growth over time.