Potash Corp Stock Has a Beta of 1

question 58

Multiple Choice

Potash Corp stock has a beta of 1.1,while Tim Horton's stock has a beta of 1.4.The risk-free rate is 1.9%,and the expected return on a portfolio with 30% weight in Potash and the remainder in Tim Horton's is 9.76%.What is the market risk premium?

• A)7%
• B)7.9%
• C)6%
• D)6.9%
• E)7.2%

Understand the arguments for and against protectionism, including economic efficiency and consumer impact.

Recognize the role of trade barriers in affecting domestic consumption and world production.

Assess the claims of unfair trade practices and their implications for international trade relations.

Understand the concept of free trade and its potential to expand production and consumption beyond domestic limitations.

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