If the current price of a stock is $30, and you believe that price changes follow a random walk, what is your best estimate for the expected price tomorrow.

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If the current price of a stock is $30, and you believe that price changes follow a random walk, what is your best estimate for the expected price tomorrow.

A) 0

B) 25

C) 30

D) 35

E) 40

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  Random walk theory states that the changes in the price of the stock are independent of each other. It tells that the stock takes an unpredictable path by claiming that the investment advisors will not take add any value to the portfolio. This theory was introduced by Louise Bachelier.

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