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What is the central objective of each investor according to the text?

• Diversifying investments

• Risk-return tradeoff

• Minimizing risks

• Maximizing returns

Which factor does NOT influence an investor's risk-return tradeoff?

• Circumstances

• Age

• Wealth

• Investment horizon

What is the first significant investment decision for most individuals?

• Buying a house

• Investing in stocks

• Education

• Purchasing insurance

As individuals age, their investment behavior typically shifts towards:

• Aggressive investment strategies

• Decreased risk tolerance

• Increased risk tolerance

• Stable risk tolerance

What type of investment do professional investors typically manage?

• Cryptocurrencies

• Institutional funds

• Personal portfolios

• Real estate

What is a personal trust?

• A type of mutual fund

• A legal arrangement for managing property

• An insurance policy

• A retirement account

Which type of pension plan places the investment risk on the employee?

• Government pension plan

• Defined benefit plan

• Defined contribution plan

• Hybrid plan

What is the primary objective of life insurance companies when investing?

• Maximizing shareholder value

• Hedging liabilities

• Increasing cash flow

• Diversifying investments

What is the main concern for banks regarding their investments?

• Matching risk of assets to liabilities

• Maximizing returns

• Hedging against inflation

• Investing in stocks

Which of the following is NOT a common constraint faced by investors?

• Investment horizon

• Market trends

• Liquidity

• Tax considerations