Consider the Following Expected Returns, Volatilities, and Correlations: the Volatility

question 45

Multiple Choice

Consider the following expected returns, volatilities, and correlations: The volatility of a portfolio that is equally invested in Wal-Mart and Duke Energy is closest to ________.

• A) 4.0%
• B) 0.7%
• C) 6.7%
• D) 20.1%

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