In a Comparison of People Who Had Some Control Over

question 95

Multiple Choice

In a comparison of people who had some control over unpleasant events and those who had none, people who have some control over unpleasant events tend to show

• A)higher stress levels.
• B)lower stress levels.
• C)more ulcers.
• D)higher blood pressure.

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Definitions:

Beta

The measure of market risk in portfolio theory. The degree to which a stock’s return moves with the market’s return.

Cost of Capital

The vital rate of earnings a company must generate from its investment plans to preserve its standing in the market and appeal for investments.

Treasury Bills

Short-term government securities with maturities ranging from a few days to 52 weeks, sold at a discount from their face value.

Financial Option

A contract that gives the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset or instrument at a specified strike price.