ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

SAVING AND INVESTING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following investments would carry the most risk?
A
Checking account
B
Savings account
C
Savings bond
D
Stock Market
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: Correct answer: Option E) Stocks. Explanation: Investment in stocks is riskier compared to investment in other forms like government bonds, which are usually risk-free securities, certificates of deposit, cash, and equivalents.

Detailed explanation-2: -While the product names and descriptions can often change, examples of high-risk investments include: Cryptoassets (also known as cryptos) Mini-bonds (sometimes called high interest return bonds) Land banking.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: The correct options is: a) Common stocks. Commons stocks are highly risky because they are last to receive cash flows hierarchically and the dividend payment is not guaranteed.

There is 1 question to complete.