A Close Reading of Chapter 1 Provides Which of the Following

question 14

Multiple Choice

A close reading of chapter 1 provides which of the following lessons for investors:

• A) be aware of market cycles
• B) do not diversify unless there are no other options available
• C) both a and b
• D) none of the above

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