Asked by Cierra Clark on Jul 13, 2024

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Consider the capital asset pricing model. The market degree of risk aversion, A, is 3. The risk premium is 2.25%. If the risk-free rate of return is 4%, the expected return on the market portfolio is ________.

A) 6.75%
B) 9%
C) 10.75%
D) 12%

Risk Premium

The extra return over the risk-free rate that investors require to compensate them for the risk of holding a risky asset.

Risk Aversion

A person's or entity's reluctance to take risks, preferring lower returns with known risks over higher returns with unknown risks.

  • Master the fundamental principles and implications of the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM).
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Amanda PettiferJul 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
E(rm) = .04 + 3(0.0225) = .1075 = 10.75%