You are considering investing in one of two investments A and B, the following table provides...

    

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You are considering investing in one of two investments A and B, the following table provides estimates of rates of returns and probabilities for pessimistic, most likely, and optimistic results. Investment AlInvestment B Scenario Probability Return Return Pessimistic 30% 35% 25% Most likely 32% 40% 50% Optimistic 34% 45% 25% a 1. Calculate the expected return for both investments 2. Calculate the range for both investments 3. Calculate the variance for both investments 4. Calculate the standard deviation for both investments 5. Calculate the coefficient of variation for both investments 6. If you were a risk averse investor, which investment do you choose? You are considering investing in one of two investments A and B, the following table provides estimates of rates of returns and probabilities for pessimistic, most likely, and optimistic results. Investment AlInvestment B Scenario Probability Return Return Pessimistic 30% 35% 25% Most likely 32% 40% 50% Optimistic 34% 45% 25% a 1. Calculate the expected return for both investments 2. Calculate the range for both investments 3. Calculate the variance for both investments 4. Calculate the standard deviation for both investments 5. Calculate the coefficient of variation for both investments 6. If you were a risk averse investor, which investment do you choose?