The Geometric Average Annual Return for a Large Capitalization Stock

question 34

Multiple Choice

The geometric average annual return for a large capitalization stock portfolio is 10% for ten years and 6% per year for the next five years. The geometric average annual return for the entire 15 year period is ________.

• A) 9.08%
• B) 8.65%
• C) 8.22%
• D) 9.52%

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Definitions:

Profit-maximizing Monopolist

A monopolist that determines the quantity of output that maximizes its profits, considering its total revenue and total cost.

Level of Output

The total amount of goods or services produced in an economy over a certain period of time.

Government

The organization, machinery, or agency through which a political unit exercises authority and performs functions and which is usually classified according to the distribution of power within it.

Monopoly

A market structure characterized by a single seller selling a unique product in the market, leading to limited competition.