What are the expected return and standard deviation of a


Let's say that there are 2 securities we are considering for purchase. Here are their returns:

Expectation for Return

Probability of Outcome

Return on Security A

Return on Security B

Optimistic

.15

.25

.10

Slightly positive

.35

.20

.15

Slightly negative

.35

.15

.20

Pessimistic

.15

.10

.25

a) What are the expected return and standard deviation of each security?

b) What are the expected return and standard deviation of a portfolio with half of its funds invested in each of these securities?

c) How does this explain diversification?

 

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