The Difference Between Net Public Debt and Gross Public Debt

question 50

Multiple Choice

The difference between net public debt and gross public debt is

• A) all government interagency borrowing.
• B) the interest paid annually on the public debt.
• C) the amount owed to individuals and firms outside the United States.
• D) the current year's budget deficit from the amount of public debt at the start of the year.

Comprehend the treatment of discontinued operations in EPS calculation.

Recognize the methodology for calculating the weighted average number of shares for EPS.

Understand the basics of creating a portfolio with both risky and risk-free assets.

Calculate the expected return and standard deviation for a given portfolio.

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