Currently, the Expected Return on the Market Is 12

question 53

Multiple Choice

Currently, the expected return on the market is 12.5% and the required rate of return for Alpha, Inc. is 12.5%. Therefore, Alpha's beta must be

• A) less than 1.0.
• B) greater than 1.0.
• C) equal to 1.0.
• D) unknown based on the information provided.

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