Expected Return $=$

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$($b$)$ At a later date, a revised forecast shows a potential for an improvement in economic conditions. New probabilities are as follows: improving $0\mathrm{.}4,$ stable $0\mathrm{.}4,$ and

declining $0\mathrm{.}2.$ What is the preferred market segment for the investor based on these new probabilities?

What is the expected return percentage? Round your answer to one decimal place.

Expected Return $=$

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