Consider the Following Two Investment Alternatives: First, a Risky Portfolio

question 61

Multiple Choice

Consider the following two investment alternatives: First, a risky portfolio that pays a 20% rate of return with a probability of 60% or a 5% rate of return with a probability of 40%. Second, a Treasury bill that pays 6%. If you invest $50,000 in the risky portfolio, your expected profit after one year would be ________.

• A) $3,000
• B) $7,000
• C) $7,500
• D) $10,000

Understand the motives behind aggressive behavior in unpopular children, including the desire for any form of attention.

Understand the framework for ethical decision making in business contexts.

Distinguish between business ethics and marketing ethics.

Recognize the role of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the marketing and operation of controversial or polluting industries.

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