Question: Given the following probability distribution for assets A and B, Which asset is a better investment from a risk-averse investors perspective? If you equally invest

Given the following probability distribution for assets A and B, Which asset is a better investment from a risk-averse investors perspective? If you equally invest in assets A and B by setting up a portfolio, what will be the portfolio return?

Asset A

Return Probability
5% 0.20
6% 0.10
7% 0.30
8% 0.40

Asset B

Return Probability
7% 0.35
9% 0.40
11% 0.25

Important Note:

1. Please do not use excel and provide a detailed explanation. I will upvote your answer right away. Thanks!

2. Please do not use Financial Calculator

3. Please use the following formula to calculate the portfolio return: Rp = W1 X R1 + W2 X R2 + .....( I am not sure but something similar)

4. Use old school formula method

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