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Chapter 21, Problem 5P
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To calculate: The
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Rate of return:
A rate that shows the net profit or loss of an investor on an investment over a particular time period is termed as the rate of return.
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Loose Leaf for Foundations of Financial Management Format: Loose-leaf
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