Use the Equation for the Question(s)below

question 104

Multiple Choice

Use the equation for the question(s) below.
Consider the following linear regression model:
(R_i - r_f) = a_i + b_i(R_Mkt - r_f) + e_i
-The a_i in the regression:

• A)measures the sensitivity of the security to market risk.
• B)measures the deviation from the best fitting line and is zero on average.
• C)measures the diversifiable risk in returns.
• D)measures the historical performance of the security relative to the expected return predicted by the SML.

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Definitions:

Market Value

The rate at which the market currently facilitates the buying or selling of assets or services.

Total Return

Total Return is the complete return on an investment over a specified time period, encompassing both capital gains and dividends or interest.

Financial Markets

Platforms where individuals and entities can trade financial securities, commodities, and other fungible items of value at low transaction costs.

Extraordinary Returns

Profits that significantly exceed the norm or benchmark, often due to unusual or rare events affecting the investment.