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

question 75

Multiple Choice

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

• A) 15%
• B) 14%
• C) 30%
• D) 45%

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