Risk among Investments. Describe the return-risk trade-offs among bonds, mutual funds, and real estate investments. Which one of the following is an example of a high-risk return scenario for bonds in the event that the economy deteriorates? (Select the best answer below.) A. A stock mutual fund may perform better. B. Firms may be unable to pay its coupon payment. C. Many firms that issued bonds do not experience financial problems and continue to make coupon payments. D. The primary risk is that the bonds held by mutual funds are returned to the investor, but money cannot be lost. Which one of the following is an example of a risk for real estate investments? (Select the best answer below.) A. If a fully occupied office building is purchased, there could be a loss if the real estate market declines. B. There may be only a slight increase in the real estate values. C. Tenants may miss several monthly payments. D. None of the above