PM 4 – IPS & Construction Prompt:

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If a client wants to outperform the S&P 500 by bps, what type of return objective is that?

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A relative return objective.

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If a portfolio is just one part of a larger diversified wealth portfolio, which performance measure is usually more appropriate?

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Treynor ratio.

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What does it mean for a defined benefit plan to be underfunded?

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Plan assets are less than the present value of liabilities.

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Why does the CML apply only to efficient, fully diversified portfolios?

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Because it uses total risk, which is relevant for efficient portfolios.

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