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Welcome to the exam on investment trends and financial analysis. This assessment is designed to evaluate your understanding of essential concepts in these areas. You will encounter 20 questions, each carefully crafted to test your knowledge and analytical skills. To pass, you must achieve a score of 80% or higher. Approach each question thoughtfully and apply your expertise to demonstrate your proficiency in these critical financial disciplines. Good luck!

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1. The volatile nature of cryptocurrencies poses both opportunities and risks for investors. Which of the following is a cryptocurrency?

 
 
 
 

2. Which of the following statements about current investment trends is true?

 
 
 
 

3. Which of the following statements about investing in technology companies is true?

 
 
 
 

4. If Oyster Co. spends $425 to produce one oyster trap and 1,088 traps are sold, what is the COGS?

 
 
 
 

5. Which of the following is calculated as Net Income divided by Total Assets?

 
 
 
 

6. Which of the following is the correct calculation of the Interest Coverage Ratio? 

 
 
 
 

7. A conservative investor is likely to avoid companies that they perceive as endorsing or engaging in activities contrary to their religious principles. Which of the following companies would you NOT recommend for them to purchase if they were available?

 
 
 
 

8. In financial markets, this behavior is observed when investors collectively move in the same direction, such as buying or selling stocks based on prevailing market trends or sentiments, rather than independent evaluations. What is this behavior called?

 
 
 
 

9. A fixed asset turnover ratio of 25 means the company generates $25 in sales for every $1 invested in fixed assets. A higher ratio indicates efficient use of fixed assets in generating revenue. If XYZ Co. had a fixed asset turnover of 1992, how much did the company generate?

 
 
 
 

10. What is one limitation of Vertical Analysis?

 
 
 
 

11. Which ratio is calculated as Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) divided by Average Accounts Payable?

 
 
 
 

12. In response to the economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, what measures did the Federal Reserve undertake to support the economy?

 
 
 
 

13. Which of the following reflects a historical trend?

 
 
 
 

14. Which of the following correctly describe one of the functions of Pro Forma Statements?

 
 
 
 

15.

Which of the following most accurately describes Assumptions-Based Pro Forma Statements?

 
 
 
 

16. Which of the following is an example of Risk Perception?

 
 
 
 

17. What is one primary concern with investing in cryptocurrency?

 
 
 
 

18. True or False:

“Risk management is NOT involved in cryptocurrency investments.”

 
 

19. Which of the following is an example of Prospect Theory?

 
 
 
 

20. Which of the following is a primary focus of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing?

 
 
 
 

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