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A portfolio manager achieved a portfolio return of 12% over the last year. During the same period, the risk-free rate was 2%, and the standard deviation of the portfolio's returns was 10%. The market return for the period was 10%. Calculate the portfolio's Sharpe Ratio.

The Sharpe Ratio is calculated as (Portfolio Return - Risk-Free Rate) / Portfolio Standard Deviation. In this case, (12% - 2%) / 10% = 10% / 10% = 1.00.

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Question: A portfolio manager achieved a portfolio return of 12% over the last year. During the same period, the risk-free rate was 2%, and the standard deviation of the portfolio's returns was 10%. The market return for the period was 10%. Calculate the portfolio's Sharpe Ratio.

Answer options: ✅ 1.00

  • 1.20
  • 0.80
  • 1.10

Correct answer: 1.00

Explanation: The Sharpe Ratio is calculated as (Portfolio Return - Risk-Free Rate) / Portfolio Standard Deviation. In this case, (12% - 2%) / 10% = 10% / 10% = 1.00.

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