Consider Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) and Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) that have returns variances of 6.25% and 3.24%, respectively. Calculate the standard deviation of portfolio returns for an equal-weighted portfolio of the two assets when their correlation of returns is 0. A. 24.71% B. 19.20% C. 15.40% D. 10.28%

Consider Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) and Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) that have returns variances of 6.25% and 3.24%, respectively. Calculate the standard deviation of portfolio returns for an equal-weighted portfolio of the two assets when their correlation of returns is 0. A. 24.71% B. 19.20% C. 15.40% D. 10.28%

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Chapter8: Risk And Rates Of Return

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