Math Problem Statement
Investor X is comfortable with a risk premium of 8% and a portfolio standard deviation of 18%. The risk-free rate amounts to 6%. The risky portfolio available to the investor has an expected rate of return of 12% and standard deviation of 20%. Calculate the following:
- The risk aversion (A) applicable to investor X.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Portfolio Theory
Risk and Return
Risk Premium
Formulas
Risk aversion formula: A = (E(R_p) - R_f) / \sigma_p^2
Adjusted risk aversion formula with different portfolio standard deviation
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Advanced Finance
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