Following is forecast for economic situation and Rachel’s portfolio returns next year, calculate the expected return, variance and standard deviation of the portfolio. (4 marks) State of economy Probability Rate of returns Mild Recession 0.35 - 5% Growth 0.45 15% Strong Growth 0.20 30%

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