2 i.Discuss the importance of using benchmarks in evaluating portfolio performance ii. Explain the concept of risk tolerance and how it differs from risk appetite iii. Describe the difference between inherent risk and residual risk in investing iv. Explain how the APT differs from the CAPM in terms of underlying assumptions and factors considered v. Explain the role of diversification in CAPM

2 i.Discuss the importance of using benchmarks in evaluating portfolio performance ii. Explain the concept of risk tolerance and how it differs from risk appetite iii. Describe the difference between inherent risk and residual risk in investing iv. Explain how the APT differs from the CAPM in terms of underlying assumptions and factors considered v. Explain the role of diversification in CAPM

Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation

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Author:James M. Wahlen, Stephen P. Baginski, Mark Bradshaw

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Chapter5: Risk Analysis

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8QE

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