The S&P/ASX 200 Index Delivered a Return of 5%, 5

question 44

Multiple Choice

The S&P/ASX 200 index delivered a return of 5%, 5%, -10%, -10% over four successive years. What is the arithmetic average annual return per year?

• A)-6.5%
• B)5.5%
• C)2.5%
• D)-2.5%

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