Alternative Investments - Alternative Investments Section 1

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31. When future prices are higher than the spot price, the commodity forward curve is:

  • Option : A
  • Explanation : A downward sloping curve occurs when the futures prices are lower than the spot price. This condition is called backwardation.
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32. The difference between the spot price of a commodity and the price specified by its futures contract:

  • Option : C
  • Explanation : Roll yield refers to the difference between the spot price of a commodity and the price specified by its futures contract.
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33. Which of the following is least likely to be a characteristic associated with alternative investments?

  • Option : C
  • Explanation : Alternative investments are associated with limited portfolio transparency
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34. Which of the following is least likely to be correct about hedge fund valuation?

  • Option : B
  • Explanation : Bid prices are used for long and ask prices are used for shorts.
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35. A minority equity investment in more mature companies looking to enter new markets is most likely to be known as:

  • Option : A
  • Explanation : Development capital refers to minority equity investment in more mature companies looking to enter new markets.
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