Exhibit 2-9

question 54

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 2-9.An analyst constructed the following frequency distribution on the monthly returns for 50 selected stocks: Refer to Exhibit 2-9.The proportion of stocks with returns of 0% up to 10% is _____.

• A)0.30
• B)0.50
• C)0.66
• D)0.80

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Threats of Punishment

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Promised Rewards

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Ambitious Long-Term Goal

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