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Which of the following statements are true?
(1) Risk-averse investors require a premium over the risk-free rate for holding a risky asset.
(2) Risk-loving investors prefer risk-free investments
(3) Risk-neutral investors will accept a fair game
(4) Risk-averse investors always prefer bonds over stocks.
1, 2, 3, and 4
2 and 4
1 and 3
1 and 2
Answer: Options 1 and 3 are true.
Option 1: It is true that the risk-averse investors consider a
risky investment if they get an appropriate risk premium in the
investment.
Option 2: This statement is not true. Risk-loving investors will
prefer risky investments.
Option 3: This statement is true.
Option 4: This statement is not true. Risk averse investors do not
always prefer bonds over stocks. Risk-averse investors consider a
risky investment if they get an appropriate risk premium in the
investment.