You Would Expect the Beta of Cyclical Industries to Be

question 21

Multiple Choice

You would expect the beta of cyclical industries to be ________ and the beta of defensive industries to be ________.

• A) greater than 1; less than 1
• B) less than 1; less than 1
• C) less than 1; greater than 1
• D) greater than 1; greater than 1

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Definitions:

Stereotypes

Overgeneralized beliefs about a particular category of people, simplifying complex individuals to generalized traits.

Brief Interactions

Short and transient exchanges between individuals that may have implications for social and professional relationships.

Contact Hypothesis

The idea that regular interaction between members of different groups reduces prejudice, providing that it occurs under favorable conditions.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience; often directed towards people or groups.