a) Although there are arguments that technical analysis is useless, some investors still undertake this endeavor because ___________ . i. technical analysis can explain market anomalies ii. technical analysis can provide an early forecast on the prospect of stock price movements over time iii. technical analysis can show the correct timing for stock trading iv. a., b., and c. v. b. and c.

b) Choose the most accurate statement(s) regarding bond duration. i. Bond duration and maturity period of a bond can have similar values ii. The concept of bond duration and maturity period of a bond is similar iii. Bond duration is applied to show how a bond will respond to different interest rate values iv. a., b., and c. v. b. and c.