An Analysis That Breaks the Net Present Value (NPV) Calculation

question 8

Multiple Choice

An analysis that breaks the net present value (NPV) calculation into its component assumptions and shows how the net present value (NPV) varies as one of the underlying assumptions changes is called ________.

• A) scenario analysis
• B) internal rate of return (IRR) analysis
• C) accounting break-even analysis
• D) sensitivity analysis

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Definitions:

Minimum Variance Portfolio

The minimum variance portfolio represents an investment portfolio constructed to achieve the lowest possible volatility or risk for its expected return, based on the correlation between assets.

Efficient

The ability to achieve a desired result without wasted energy or effort.

Optimal Portfolio

Optimal Portfolio is an investment portfolio that offers the highest expected return for a specific level of risk or the lowest risk for a given level of expected return.

Diversifiable Risk

A type of risk that can be reduced or mitigated through diversification or spreading investments across different assets to reduce exposure to any single risk.