USE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM(S)

question 161

Multiple Choice

USE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM(S)
R_it = return for stock i during period t
R_mt = return for the aggregate market during period t
-Refer to Exhibit 5.4. What is the abnormal rate of return for Stock A when you consider its systematic risk measure (beta) ?

• A) 2.30 percent
• B) 2.10 percent
• C) 3.10 percent
• D) 12.40 percent
• E) 17.25 percent

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