Amutual fund manager has a $40 million portfolio with a beta of 1.00. the risk-free rate is 4.25%, and the market risk premium is 6.00%. the manager expects to receive an additional $20 million which she plans to invest in additional stocks. after investing the additional funds, she wants the fund's required and expected return to be 13.00%. what must the average beta of the new stocks be to achieve the target required rate of return?

1.99

2.71

2.76

1.80

2.40

In general, as long as the number of firms that possess a particular valuable resource or capability is less than the number of firms needed to generate perfect competition dynamics in an industry, that resource or capability can be considered and a potential source of competitive advantage. answers: valuablerareinimitableun-substituta ble

Eliza works for a consumer agency educating young people about advertisements. instead of teaching students to carefully read advertisement claims, she encourages them to develop a strong sense of self and to keep their life goals and dreams separate from commercial products. why might eliza's advice make sense?

Peppy knows a lot about marketing, but not much about the legal or financial aspects of starting a new business. he wants to consult with a lawyer and accountant, but his budget is tight with all of the expenses involved in getting peppy's pizzazzeria up and running. peppy should: trust his basic instincts and try to put it together without the advice of lawyers and accountants. delay talking with a lawyer and accountant until the business has established a positive cash flow for at least one year. immediately hire full-time lawyers and accountants for his staff. consult with a lawyer and accountant even though the budget is tight.