Assume that the returns from an asset are normally distributed. The average annu

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Assume that the returns from an asset are normally distributed. The average annual return for this asset over a specific period was 17.0 percent and the standard deviation in this period was 43.68 percent.

What is the approximate probability that your money will double in value in a single year? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Enter your answer as a percent rounded to 2 decimal places (e.g., 32.16).)

What about triple in value? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Enter your answer as a percent rounded to 6 decimal places (e.g., 32.161616).)

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Assume that the returns from an asset are normally distributed. The average annual return for this asset over a specific period was 17.0 percent and the standard deviation in this period was 43.68 percent.

Explanation / Answer

USing normal distribution

Z= (X-mean) /standard deviation

Z = (2mean-mean) /43.68

Z=17/43.68

Z= 0.389

Probability =0.6179=61.79%

3 times would be:

X=(2mean) /standard deviation

Z =2x17/43.68

Z at 0.7

75.8%

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