The Expected Return on HiLo Stock Is 13

question 64

Multiple Choice

The expected return on HiLo stock is 13.69% while the expected return on the market is 11.5%. The beta of HiLo is 1.3. What is the risk-free rate of return?

• A) 2.8%
• B) 3.1%
• C) 3.7%
• D) 4.2%
• E) 4.5%

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