EBK PRINCIPLES OF MANAGERIAL FINANCE
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Chapter 8, Problem 8.23P
a)
Summary Introduction
To discuss:
Calculation of portfolio beta.
Introduction:
Beta is an indicator of the risk tha measures the systematic risk of a risky investment by comparing the risky investment with the average risky asset in the market.
b)
Summary Introduction
To discuss:
Riskiness.
Introduction:
Beta is an indicator of the risk tha measures the systematic risk of a risky investment by comparing the risky investment with the average risky asset in the market.
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