The Volatility of Home Depot Share Prices Is 20% and That

question 69

Multiple Choice

The volatility of Home Depot share prices is 20% and that of General Motors shares is 20%. When I hold both stocks in my portfolio, the overall volatility of the portfolio is ________.

• A) 20%
• B) 16%
• C) 18%
• D) not possible to calculate as information is inadequate

Recognize the impact of employment discrimination on wages and profits.

Identify the role of labor force participation rates in shaping earnings disparities.

Assess the effect of educational attainment and career choices on earnings and employment opportunities.

Evaluate the economic theories related to employment discrimination and market forces.

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