What Does the Variance Represent? How Is This Related to the Standard

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Short Answer

What does the variance represent? How is this related to the standard deviation?

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Definitions:

Callable Bond

A type of bond that gives the issuer the right to repay the bond before its maturity date at a predetermined call price.

Term Bond

A bond that reaches its maturity date at the same time, where the principal amount is due in a lump sum at the end.

Convertible Bond

A type of bond that can be converted into a predetermined amount of the issuer's equity at certain times during its life, usually at the discretion of the bondholder.

Fiscal Year

A one-year period that companies and governments use for financial reporting and budgeting, which does not necessarily align with the calendar year.